Is Your Email Your Weakest Link?
With phishing, malware, and business email compromise on the rise, it’s time to level up your Microsoft 365 security.
Ever feel like your inbox is less of a communication hub and more of a digital minefield?
You are NOT alone.
Between spam, phishing attempts, and malware-laced attachments, email has become one of the easiest ways for cyber threats to sneak into your business and into your personal life.
And here’s the kicker: in 2024, almost 60% of New Zealand businesses reported a cyber-attack.
Even worse? Business email compromise (BEC) made up a whopping 73% of those incidents. That’s not just someone trying to sell you dodgy crypto - it’s full-on cybercrime.
Oh, and just for fun, there was also a 30% increase in attacks across NZ and Australia compared to the previous year. Cheers to that, right?
So, what can you do about it?
Well, it starts with admitting that standard email filters just aren’t cutting it anymore.
Microsoft 365 is great, but it’s not bulletproof.
Yes, Microsoft 365 has built-in email security. But like most out-of-the-box security tools, it’s designed to serve the masses - not necessarily to catch every cleverly disguised attack that lands in your inbox.
That’s where Premium Email Filtering tools come in. Think of them as your email’s personal bodyguard. They do more than just swat away spam. With built-in AI and account analytics, they:
Catch the complex phishing attacks that Microsoft often misses
Reduce how much legit mail ends up in quarantine (because no one likes digging through that folder)
Keep malware out of your Microsoft 365 environment before it even thinks about causing trouble
Anti-Phishing Tools: Your Inbox’s Secret Superpower
Phishing emails are getting smarter. Like, suspiciously smart.
They don’t just ask for your password anymore - they pose as suppliers, your accountant, or even your boss.
Anti-phishing tools powered by machine learning can:
Detect suspicious patterns and red flags that humans might miss
Flag unusual behaviour across email accounts
Learn and adapt as threats evolve
It's like giving your inbox a sixth sense. Pretty cool, right?
Malware Protection for Microsoft 365: Because Attachments are Sketchy
Gone are the days when dodgy email attachments looked obviously fake. Today, malicious files can look like invoices, meeting requests, or shared docs from a colleague.
Advanced malware and antivirus protection tools scan all incoming files and cloud apps linked to your Microsoft 365, keeping your team safe from hidden nasties.
Why This Matters (and Why It’s Worth Budgeting For)
Look, investing in smarter email filtering isn’t just about avoiding spam. It’s about:
Protecting your team from very real cyber threats
Saving time (and stress) dealing with suspicious messages
Reducing risk of costly breaches
Giving you peace of mind so you can focus on, well, your actual job
Let’s Wrap It Up
If your business email is still relying on default filters and crossed fingers, it might be time for an upgrade. The good news? You don’t need to become a cybersecurity expert to stay safe.
At Netcare, we help businesses like yours level up their email security with smart, reliable tools that work in the background, so you don’t have to.
Let’s chat about how we can help protect your inbox (and everything behind it). Because when it comes to cybersecurity, smarter really is safer.
Ready to upgrade your email security?
Get in touch today and let’s stop the spam, phishing, and email chaos before it starts.