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Gerasim Hovhannisyan, CEO, EasyDMARC
February 16, 2024
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GMAIL & YAHOO DMARC ROLLOUT: WHEN CYBER COMPLIANCE GIVES A COMPETITIVE EDGE



The essence of cybersecurity is not just about defense but enabling business
through trust and reliability. As Gmail and Yahoo take steps to enforce stricter
email authentication, organizations that are proactive in their DMARC compliance
will not only enhance their security posture but also gain a significant
advantage: improved email deliverability translates into better engagement
rates, bolstering sales and revenue.



Thus, DMARC compliance is not merely about meeting a standard but seizing an
opportunity to stand out in a crowded digital marketplace.


A NECESSARY EVOLUTION

The decision by Gmail and Yahoo to implement DMARC protocols may stir
frustration among businesses, especially smaller ones with limited cybersecurity
resources. But just like we adapted to HTTPS as the standard for the World Wide
Web, and like MFA is becoming the standard for our online accounts, every
business must become familiar with standards like SPF, DKIM, and DMARC.

The landscape of cyber threats is changing, with cybercriminals leveraging
advanced tools, including generative AI, to craft more sophisticated phishing
attacks. In this context, clinging to outdated security practices is not viable.

The simplest phishing email remains a highly effective tool for cybercriminals,
exploiting human error and lax security measures. 93% of all cyber-attacks still
begin with phishing of some kind. Thus, adopting stringent standards like DMARC
is not just necessary but critical. By automating email authentication, these
protocols significantly reduce the risk of phishing, directly addressing the
most common entry point for cyber threats. In this light, the ethical stance is
clear: adopting rigorous standards is a necessary step to protect not just
individual organizations but the broader digital ecosystem.


AN OPPORTUNITY FOR CYBERSECURITY PROFESSIONALS

Cybersecurity professionals often face the challenge of demonstrating their
value to leadership teams, business leaders and customers in a landscape where
the best outcome is typically the absence of negative events. This scenario can
make it difficult to visibly prove the worth of cybersecurity initiatives, as
the most notable success is often preventing incidents that never come to light.

As a result, the DMARC rollout by Gmail and Yahoo should not be viewed merely as
a compliance requirement but as a strategic business opportunity. By advocating
for and ensuring early adoption of DMARC protocols, they can directly influence
their organization’s email deliverability and, by extension, its market reach.

This direct correlation between cybersecurity policy and business outcomes
highlights the potential of not only DMARC compliance, but cybersecurity policy
in general. It represents a rare opportunity where enhanced security measures
can be visibly connected to and contribute directly to business growth, aligning
the goals of cybersecurity departments with those of marketing and sales teams.

In essence, effective DMARC implementation is a testament to the strategic role
of cybersecurity in today’s digital age, underscoring its value beyond risk
mitigation to include business enablement.

For CISOs and cybersecurity professionals, this is a moment to lead,
demonstrating that robust cybersecurity practices are not just about defense but
about enabling business success. By ensuring their organizations are on board
with DMARC, they can secure a competitive edge in an increasingly digital world.

As we look beyond February 2024, the message is clear: in cybersecurity,
compliance can indeed be a catalyst for competitive advantage, driving better
security, enhanced deliverability, and more significant business outcomes.





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