Gartner defines an email security platform as a product that secures email infrastructure. Its primary purpose is the removal of malicious (phishing, social engineering, viruses) or unsolicited messages (spam, marketing). Other functions include email data protection, domain-based message authentication, reporting and conformance (DMARC), investigation, and remediation through a dedicated console. These solutions may integrate as a secure email gateway (SEG) for predelivery protection or as an integrated cloud email security (ICES) solution for postdelivery protection. Email security platforms protect an organization’s email infrastructure from social engineering, phishing, business email compromise, spam, malware attacks and data theft. These platforms are deployed independently but integrated with other network and endpoint security controls to improve the overall risk posture of the organization. They offer cybersecurity teams visibility into email-related security incidents for investigation and remediation.
Workspace Security Platform is designed to protect modern hybrid workers, including their endpoints, mobile devices, collaboration channels, and end-user application access. These solutions are primarily delivered as cloud-native platforms and offer tight integration of security components, including unified agents, centralized deployment and policy administration, data lakes, reporting, and security event aggregation. They include features like multi-factor authentication, real-time risk assessment, and AI-powered threat defenses to prevent unauthorized access and data breaches. By combining user education, well-defined security policies, and modern technology, Workspace Security Platform helps organizations maintain a robust security posture and respond swiftly to potential threats. The key customers typically include large enterprises, financial institutions, healthcare providers, and government agencies, all of which require stringent security measures to protect sensitive data and ensure compliance with regulatory standards.