If encryption and email anti-theft solutions were applied to send information safely and securely, a customer would have no reason to wonder if the email is a legitimate one, nor would they have to worry about others peeking in on their personal information while it is being transferred from inbox to inbox. In addition, a financial firm or bank can remain confident, knowing that they are doing their utmost to protect client data. It is only when these processes are in place that the full capabilities of email can be put to use without having to worry about data interception. Direct solutions such as these would gain a company much respect and customer loyalty.

Unfortunately, many companies still believe that putting up a firewall and installing spyware is all they need to complete the security paradigm. But that is only the beginning. Different forms of data encryption and multiple forms of user authentication must be put into place. This will not only prevent external attacks but will also mitigate internal threats that may exist within the company. And even after all is said and done, the company employees must be firm and dedicated in enforcing the new level of benchmark security.

In the end, it can be assumed that the phishing and vishing industry will continue to expand as long as profits still exist in the business. Even as this particular threat disappears, another one will be there to take its place. The security holes will not go away by themselves and the longer companies wait to jump on the bandwagon, the longer it will take to catch up. Don’t be left in the dust.