Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP): The standard protocol to send emails across networks, SMTP is utilized by email servers to relay outgoing mails to the correct recipients’ servers. Although it does not encrypt messages, SMTP ensures emails reach their destination but is frequently complemented by additional security measures for secure transmission.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D6: Network and Communication Security
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