Stop BEC in Its Tracks: How Enclave Protects SaaS Email
Enclave Protects Email and Stops BEC
Business Email Compromise (BEC) is one of the most widespread and costly cybercrimes targeting organizations today. The FBI consistently reports billions of dollars in losses attributed to BEC schemes each year. Attackers exploit SaaS email platforms by impersonating executives, tricking finance teams, or taking over accounts with stolen credentials.
For companies that depend on SaaS-based email, the risk is clear: BEC does not rely on malware or advanced exploits. It relies on weaknesses in access, identity, and trust. That is exactly where Enclave changes the equation.
Why BEC Hits SaaS Email So Hard
- Direct financial loss: Fraudulent transfers and payments often move fast and are difficult to recover.
- Reputation damage: Partners and customers lose confidence when fraud originates from company accounts.
- Compliance exposure: Email accounts often contain regulated data, creating risk under GDPR, HIPAA, and other frameworks.
Traditional security tools—spam filters, antivirus, and firewalls—do not fully address BEC. These attacks succeed because they appear to come from trusted accounts inside legitimate SaaS platforms. Stopping them requires tighter control over access itself.
Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace are the two top SaaS-based email providers in the world, making them prime targets for Business Email Compromise. Attackers know that organizations of every size rely on these platforms for daily communication and collaboration. While both providers deliver strong baseline security features, attackers often bypass them by exploiting stolen credentials and trusted access. This is why additional layers of protection—like segmentation, certificate-based authentication, and controlled access—are critical to reduce exposure when using Microsoft or Google for business email.
Enclave: A Bold Defense Against BEC
Enclave protects SaaS email by focusing on the one thing attackers rely on most—access. Instead of leaving SaaS platforms open to anyone with a password, Enclave applies segmentation, certificate-based authentication, and strict access rules.
1. Identity and Access Enforcement
Enclave integrates with identity providers to enforce least-privilege access. Users only receive the permissions they need. If an account is compromised, the blast radius is limited.
2. Segmentation for SaaS Email
Unlike traditional networks, SaaS applications exist outside the perimeter. Enclave builds segmentation around them, isolating SaaS email so attackers cannot use it as a launch point into other systems.
3. Controlled Access Pathways
Access to SaaS email is restricted to secure, predefined channels. By removing uncontrolled connection points, Enclave reduces the likelihood that attackers can connect with stolen credentials.
4. Certificate-Based Trust
Passwords are often the weakest link in BEC. Enclave strengthens authentication by using certificate-based trust. Even if a password is phished or reused, it is not enough to gain entry.
Stop BEC Before It Starts
BEC thrives on weak access controls and gaps in visibility. Enclave closes those gaps. By redefining how organizations connect to SaaS email, Enclave limits the opportunities attackers depend on. The result is stronger access security, reduced risk of compromise, and greater confidence that business communication remains secure.
Business leaders cannot ignore BEC. It is persistent, profitable for attackers, and disruptive to every industry. With Enclave, organizations gain a defense purpose-built for the way email is used today: in the cloud, on SaaS platforms, and as the heartbeat of business.
