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Red Sift: Finalist in Three Computing Security Categories
Red Sift was shortlisted in three categories at the Computing Security Awards 2019. Here's what we were recognised for and what it signals.
Read moreCompany NewsRed Sift's Engineering Philosophy: Test Fast, Test Hard
Red Sift's engineering team shares how we approach software testing — what fast and hard means in practice and why it makes the product more reliable.
Read moreEmail SecurityWhat the Hack? A Plain-English Guide to How Breaches Happen
Hacks don't require elite skills — most follow predictable patterns. Here's a clear-eyed look at how attackers actually get in and what stops them.
Read moreEmail Security4 in 10 Banks Are Failing on Email Fraud Protection
Red Sift research found 40% of leading banks lack email fraud protection. Here's the methodology, the findings, and what banks need to do.
Read moreEmail SecurityWhy Short-Term Thinking Is Losing the Cyber War
Patching one vulnerability at a time won't beat sophisticated attackers. Here's why organisations need a structural approach to cyber resilience.
Read moreEmail SecurityCybersecurity Concepts Explained in GIFs
Security jargon can be impenetrable. Here are five core cybersecurity concepts broken down visually — because sometimes a GIF explains it best.
Read moreAI & SecurityeBPF, Ingrained in Rust: What We Built and Why
Red Sift built its eBPF tooling in Rust for safety and performance. Here's the technical story behind the decision and what we learned along the way.
Read moreAI & SecurityRust Meets Q: What We Built and What We Learned
Red Sift engineers built a Rust integration with the Q language. Here's the technical story, the challenges we hit, and why we think it was worth it.
Read moreCertificatesHow HTTPS Replaced HTTP — and Why It Still Matters
HTTPS is now the baseline for web security, but many organisations still have gaps. Here's how the transition happened and what to watch for now.
Read moreEmail SecurityRetro or renegade? Remembering the technology of yore
Switch on the lava lamp and settle down with a sherbet Dip Dab. Today, we’re talking about why we love retro – and why it doesn’t always love us…Continue Reading: Retro or renegade? Remembering the technology of yore
Read moreEmail SecurityMaking the Most of Google's Anti-Phishing and Malware Tools
Google has expanded its anti-phishing and malware capabilities. Here's a practical guide to getting the most out of them for your organisation.
Read moreEmail Security12 email security terms everyone should know about
We’ve compiled a short, jargon-busting, no-nonsense overview of what these email security terms mean that will take you from beginner to boffin…Continue Reading: 12 email security terms everyone should know about
Read moreDMARCMailsploit: Does It Break DMARC?
Mailsploit exploits email client rendering bugs to spoof senders — even with DMARC in place. Here's what actually protects you.
Read moreEmail SecurityThe internet is 50 years old but email scams are still rife
While email turned 50 years old in November 2021, it wasn’t until the commercialization of the internet in the mid-90s that it truly took off as one of the world’s preeminent communications tools. Unfortunately, its rise also spawned meteoric misuse as unscrupulous scammers began peddling unwanted products, bogus deals, and even computer viruses to the masses…Continue Reading: The internet is 50 years old but email scams are still rife
Read moreDMARCWithout DMARC, Email Is Cybersecurity's Weakest Link
Most breaches start with email. Without DMARC, your domain is an open door for impersonation. Here's the case for making enforcement a baseline.
Read moreCompany NewsThe Science Behind Red Sift's Fundraising Strategy
Red Sift's founders share the thinking behind how they approached fundraising — what worked, what didn't, and what other founders can learn from it.
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