Five Email Threats To Watch As Identity And AI Attacks Evolve
SC Media, Monday, April 6th, 2026
Email remains the cornerstone of modern business communication. Universally adopted across industries and functions, email connects employees, partners, vendors, and customers in real-time. However, that same ubiquity also makes it the most reliable entry point for cybercriminals.
Attackers are drawn to email because it gives them direct access to the human element. Employees must constantly engage with the inbox, creating countless opportunities for threat actors to exploit psychology, familiarity, and routine behavior through seemingly benign interactions.
Based on real-world attacks observed across enterprises, these five trends are especially important for security leaders to recognize and adapt their defenses accordingly: