Account Takeover Attack Prevention Solution Brief

This solution brief outlines Fortra's Cloud Email Protection, which is designed to prevent email-based account takeover attacks. It details the increasing prevalence of account takeover attacks, highlighting a significant year-over-year increase in such incidents. The document explains the mechanics of how attackers exploit established trust to launch targeted email attacks, making it difficult for employees to recognize these threats. Fortra's solution employs advanced data science techniques, including machine learning and neural networks, to analyze email characteristics and detect impersonation threats. The system inspects both incoming and internal email traffic for signs of compromised accounts and malicious content. By leveraging a combination of advanced algorithms and threat intelligence, Fortra aims to enhance organizational security against these sophisticated attacks. The brief emphasizes the importance of implementing robust email protection measures to maintain secure business communications and mitigate the risks associated with account takeovers.