outbound_imap_traffic

Explanation

This Netography Fusion Portal event monitors for cleartext outbound IMAP traffic, which should be discouraged due to security risks. IMAP is a protocol used for email retrieval and transfer, and the use of non-encrypted protocols like IMAP can expose sensitive information to interception and compromise.

What to Look For

To examine the results of the outbound_imap_traffic event, look for unencrypted IMAP traffic leaving the network or endpoint. This may indicate that users are accessing email accounts or sending messages without proper encryption or security measures in place. To remediate the issue, users should be encouraged to use more secure protocols like IMAPS or POP3S. Network administrators may also consider implementing security measures like email encryption and monitoring tools to ensure email traffic remains secure.