Cisco's secure email threat defense is designed to provide comprehensive protection against email-based threats. With the increasing sophistication of cyber attacks, it is crucial for organizations to have a robust solution in place to safeguard their email communications.
| Product | Market Share (%) |
|---|---|
| Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense | 1.1% |
| Microsoft Defender for Office 365 | 12.1% |
| Proofpoint Email Protection | 8.5% |
| Other | 78.3% |
| Type | Title | Date | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category | Email Security | Aug 29, 2025 | Download |
| Product | Reviews, tips, and advice from real users | Aug 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense vs Microsoft Defender for Office 365 | Aug 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense vs Proofpoint Email Protection | Aug 29, 2025 | Download |
| Comparison | Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense vs Abnormal Security | Aug 29, 2025 | Download |
| Title | Rating | Mindshare | Recommending | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Defender for Office 365 | 4.2 | 12.1% | 96% | 53 interviewsAdd to research |
| Proofpoint Email Protection | 4.2 | 8.5% | 95% | 52 interviewsAdd to research |
Users reported significant cost savings and increased productivity due to the effective protection against email threats. The solution was praised for its ability to prevent phishing attacks, malware infections, and data breaches, resulting in improved security and reduced financial losses.
Additionally, users appreciated the ease of use and seamless integration with existing email systems, which further enhanced the overall return on investment.
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 4 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 4 |
| Large Enterprise | 5 |
| Company Size | Count |
|---|---|
| Small Business | 52 |
| Midsize Enterprise | 21 |
| Large Enterprise | 88 |
The product offers advanced threat detection capabilities, leveraging machine learning algorithms and real-time analysis to identify and block malicious emails. It scans incoming and outgoing emails for suspicious attachments, links, and content, ensuring that only safe and legitimate emails reach the users' inbox.
To combat phishing attacks, our solution employs advanced anti-phishing techniques, including URL reputation analysis and email header analysis. It proactively detects and blocks phishing emails, preventing users from falling victim to fraudulent schemes and protecting sensitive information.
The Secure Email Threat Defense also includes robust anti-malware and anti-spam features. It scans email attachments for malware and viruses, preventing them from infiltrating the organization's network. Additionally, it filters out spam emails, reducing the clutter in users' inboxes and improving productivity.
Administrators have full visibility and control over email security. They can set up customizable policies to enforce security measures, such as blocking specific file types or restricting email access from certain domains. Detailed reports and analytics provide insights into email threats and help in fine-tuning the security settings.
Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense was previously known as Cisco Secure Email Cloud Mailbox, Cisco CMD, Cisco Cloud Mailbox Defense.
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| Author info | Rating | Review Summary |
|---|---|---|
| Principal Cyber Prevent and Defense Engineer at a comms service provider with 1,001-5,000 employees | 3.5 | I use Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense for advanced email threats like phishing. Its clawback feature is effective, but it lacks in analytics and integration. Despite false positives, it offers good value with a 65% ROI. |
| Principal Consulting Engineer, Founder, Own at Jolly Security Inc | 4.0 | I use Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense as the core email gateway for my domain, offering protection and threat intelligence. While the physical appliance is discontinued, slight improvements in customization and cloud features would enhance its modernity. |
| Senior Cybersecurity Engineer at a financial services firm with 11-50 employees | 3.5 | I've used Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense for years; it's powerful and flexible but complex to set up and maintain. While effective with threat detection and compliance, backend controls and pricing could be more user-friendly and competitive. |
| Senior Consultant at Velocis Systems | 5.0 | No summary available |
| IT Professional at a construction company with 1,001-5,000 employees | 3.5 | We use Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense for email security, finding it robust and reliable with high protection against threats, particularly excelling in file analysis services. However, Cisco's broad focus has slightly shifted its attention from this product. |
| Presales Consultant - Cybersecurity at a computer software company with 201-500 employees | 2.5 | I use Cisco Secure Email Threat Defense primarily for email security and spam filtering with Microsoft Office 365. Its most valuable feature is the powerful cloud-based Talos threat mechanism, though improvements are needed in cybersecurity. |
| IT Professional at a construction company with 1,001-5,000 employees | 4.0 | No summary available |
| IT Security Director at Athletic & Therapeutic Institute of Naperville, LLC | 4.0 | No summary available |
