When you forward an e-mail to someone else you are adding your name and details to it. Ensure you are comfortable with the information contained in the original. Any security risk associated with the original mail to you will also apply to the forwarded e-mail.
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- Sending a virus in forwarded e-mail may result in data loss and systems' corruption for the recipient which could then lead to possible legal action and financial liability.
There are 2 Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.
- Forwarding an incorrect file attachment may release confidential information.
There are multiple Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.
- Inappropriate / unauthorised material being attached may cause embarrassment or even financial loss to your organisation.
There are multiple Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.
- Forwarding e-mail to an incorrect address may result in data being lost or stolen and, at the very least, a loss of confidentiality.
There are multiple Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.
- Forwarding large files (over 1MB) to multiple recipients may congest their networks or mail systems.
There are 2 Key Actions providing safeguards against this Information Security Issue. These are available in the registered version of RUSecure™.