Cyber attackers are always on the hunt for ways to gain access to sensitive data. They employ several techniques, such as using hyperlinks in emails, hacking email accounts, and creating website designs that trick users into providing personal account information.
IS&T is using a new feature that can provide additional protection for email encryption when you send your email. It works by adding SECUREMAIL in the subject of the email you want to encrypt. When your recipient receives the email, they will need to log in to their email account to verify their identity and open it.
How to Send Encrypted Mail
- Add the keyword SECUREMAIL anywhere in the subject line
What the recipient will receive
- The email recipient will receive this email with Chapman University branding.
- They will need to click " Decrypt and Read
- They then need to choose one of the two options to verify their identity.
NOTE**
If they are using Gmail or another email provider, they would receive the prompt below to " Sign in with Google " or " Sign in with a work or school account.
If they would rather use " Sign in with a One-Time passcode. They will receive another email with their one-time code to enter in the prompt to decrypt the email.
We understand that you may have many questions and concerns, and we're always open to your feedback. If you would like more information or would like to provide your feedback, please email infosec@chapman.edu.