{"id":14494,"date":"2024-05-23T14:25:53","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T14:25:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/?p=14494"},"modified":"2026-03-25T08:55:28","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T08:55:28","slug":"how-to-make-business-communication-secure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/how-to-make-business-communication-secure\/","title":{"rendered":"Email Frauds Cost Businesses 3 Billion Dollars: Here&#8217;s How to Make Your Business Communication More Secure"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Your sensitive business information is at risk<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That is, if you still use the less secure means of communication \u2014 emails, text messaging, or consumer-grade chat apps not meant for business communication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what can you do about it?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/How-to-Make-Business-Communication-Secure-cover.png\" alt=\"How to Make Business Communication Secure-cover\" class=\"wp-image-14495\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/How-to-Make-Business-Communication-Secure-cover.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/How-to-Make-Business-Communication-Secure-cover-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/How-to-Make-Business-Communication-Secure-cover-1024x512.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/How-to-Make-Business-Communication-Secure-cover-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/How-to-Make-Business-Communication-Secure-cover-18x9.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 id=\"stop-using-risky-methods-of-communication\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stop using risky methods of communication<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer to making your business communication secure is simple \u2014 <strong>stop using risky methods of communication and start using secure software designed with business communication in mind<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Emails, texts, and instant messaging apps pose significant security risks for your business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These platforms lack the security measures needed to protect your confidential information from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cyber attacks,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Data breaches, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unauthorized access.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Emails, in particular, are <strong>vulnerable to phishing attacks, malware, and third-party interceptions<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Phishing is a form of cybercrime that mostly happens in email communication. In fact, the Internet Crime Complaint Center, run by the FBI, reports that <strong>phishing attacks are the most common type of internet crime<\/strong>, with almost 300,000 reported incidents in 2023.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Business Email Compromise is very common and one of the most financially damaging phishing tactics. A BEC scam involves a scammer sending an email that appears to be from a legitimate business or personal email account and thus gaining access to business information or funds.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, you get an email that appears to be from a colleague, with a link or attachment that, once clicked, installs malicious software on your computer or sends you to a webpage asking for your personal information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>BEC has resulted in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ic3.gov\/AnnualReport\/Reports\/2023_IC3Report.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">almost $3 billion in losses in 2023<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Furthermore, specific businesses and industries are more susceptible to financial losses due to the nature of the sensitive information they deal with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For instance, if you work in the financial sector, you\u2019re at a greater risk of cyber attacks. Financial institutions represent one-fifth of all cyber attacks, with over 20,000 incidents resulting in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imf.org\/en\/blogs\/articles\/2024\/04\/09\/rising-cyber-threats-pose-serious-concerns-for-financial-stability\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">approximately $12 billion in losses<\/a> over the past two decades, according to the International Monetary Fund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, the good news is that there are steps you can take to protect your business.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Switching to a business communication app that was specifically designed to protect vulnerable business information is your best bet at security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Enter <strong>Pumble by <a href=\"https:\/\/cake.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CAKE.com<\/a>, a <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/secure-messaging-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>secure business communication tool<\/strong><\/a><strong>designed to protect your data<\/strong>. Pumble is a <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/pumble-as-email-alternative\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">great email alternative<\/a> to keep your communication secure and efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-default\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">Free team communication app<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">Improve collaboration and cut down on emails by moving your team communication to Pumble.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-right \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/default@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/default.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1005\" height=\"766\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.-Email-alternative.png\" alt=\"Email alternative\" class=\"wp-image-14496\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.-Email-alternative.png 1005w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.-Email-alternative-300x229.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.-Email-alternative-768x585.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/1.-Email-alternative-16x12.png 16w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1005px) 100vw, 1005px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Pumble as email alternative<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instant messaging apps are also a risky choice for business communication. To find out why, check out our blog post:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/instant-messaging-apps-for-business-communication-culprits\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Using IM Apps Can Cause Information Leaks &amp; Confusion \u2014 Here\u2019s Why<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"choose-communication-software-with-security-certifications\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose communication software with security certifications<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When choosing a business communication app to switch to, the first item on your security checklist should be security certifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Security certifications are documents you can rely on that independently prove that a SaaS provider, such as a company that makes a team communication app, complies with the security rules and regulations of a certain industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Pumble, we secure and protect the information of hundreds of thousands of teams worldwide. This is confirmed by independent and internationally recognized certifications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pumble by CAKE.com has received the <strong>internationally recognized security certification for ISO 27001<\/strong> \u2014 the most rigorous global security standard for information security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Pumble is also <strong>certified with the annual audit certification for Service Organization Controls Trust Services Principles \u2014 SOC 2<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1239\" height=\"660\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.-certifications.png\" alt=\"Pumble\u2019s certifications\" class=\"wp-image-14497\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.-certifications.png 1239w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.-certifications-300x160.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.-certifications-1024x545.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.-certifications-768x409.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/2.-certifications-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1239px) 100vw, 1239px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Pumble\u2019s certifications<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re in the European Union, your personal data and privacy in Pumble are also protected by GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Use Pumble, a trusted and secure communication software<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"choose-communication-software-with-advanced-security-measures\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose communication software with advanced security measures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>These certifications provide a good starting point for establishing whether an app is safe to use.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, you can look at a few additional security measures to determine an app\u2019s security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For example, <strong>encryption is essential for a business communication app<\/strong>. When an app encrypts your data, it prevents unauthorized access to information and data breaches.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another important security measure is <strong>multi-factor authentication<\/strong> when logging in, or, even better, a <strong>single sign-on option<\/strong>. These features reduce the risk of unauthorized access to accounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With Pumble, you can rest assured that all of your data is protected. <strong>Pumble uses advanced security measures<\/strong>, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Encryption \u2014 all of your data is encrypted at rest and in transit,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Multi-factor authentication \u2014 for more secure logins,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/help\/workspace-administration\/workspace-settings\/single-sign-on-sso\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Single sign-on<\/a> \u2014 eliminates the need for user passwords, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An advanced cloud infrastructure \u2014 Pumble\u2019s cloud provides maximum security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1364\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Single-sign-on-.png\" alt=\"Single sign-on options in Pumble\" class=\"wp-image-14498\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Single-sign-on-.png 2048w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Single-sign-on--300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Single-sign-on--1024x682.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Single-sign-on--768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Single-sign-on--1536x1023.png 1536w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/3.-Single-sign-on--18x12.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2048px) 100vw, 2048px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Single sign-on options in Pumble<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Not to mention, Pumble is also <strong>continuously monitored by highly trained and motivated experts in the IT security field<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The security team conducts thorough testing to identify and address potential vulnerabilities in our systems. We deploy third-party penetration testing as well as tests by internal security engineers on a regular basis. This helps us get a real-world view of our product from multiple angles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that you can safely share confidential data with full control of <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/roles-and-permissions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">access permissions<\/a> and be sure that <strong>with Pumble, your business communication remains protected from loss, leaks, and misuse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, do all businesses need this level of protection?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>All sectors and industries should have security as their top priority, but in some, this value is more obvious than in others:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/financial-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Financial services<\/a> \u2014 because you don\u2019t want your client\u2019s financial information to get leaked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Healthcare \u2014 because you have a duty to protect your patient\u2019s privacy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Legal services \u2014 because your clients rely on confidentiality.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These industries have an obvious need for a secure and reliable method of communication. However, all businesses would benefit from using Pumble. To learn how Pumble fits with your business, check out the link below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Let your business meet Pumble<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>&#8211;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let&#8217;s summarize the above points in a video:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Make business communication secure\" width=\"422\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/BuBdC0i_3cw?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-3\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <span class=\"h4 text-lg translation-block mb-0\">All-in-one digital HQ<\/span>\n        <p class=\"translation-block mt-1 mb-3\">A communication app for teams of all kinds. Discuss, share, and collaborate.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex gap-4 align-items-center translation-block justify-content-center justify-content-sm-start\">\n            <a class=\"bg-white rounded px-3 py-1 text-gray-dark\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\" target=\"_blank\">Solutions<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Register<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-3@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-blog\/theme\/images\/banners\/landing-3.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    \n\n\n\n<h2 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