Barracuda Launches New Features in Email Protection
On January 28, 2025, Barracuda Networks, Inc., a leader in cybersecurity solutions, announced significant advancements to their Email Protection service. With the growing complexity and frequency of cyberattacks, Barracuda is rising to the challenge by providing organizations with enhanced tools that are not only easy to purchase but also simple to implement and use across various IT environments.
Neal Bradbury, the Chief Product Officer at Barracuda, highlighted that email remains the primary target for cybercriminals, particularly as they increasingly leverage artificial intelligence. The need for effective email security has never been more crucial. He explained, "As threats become more sophisticated, organizations face a dilemma in managing intricate security tools while trying to extract meaningful value from them. Barracuda aims to tackle this concern by offering robust, comprehensive, and cost-effective solutions that can be deployed within minutes, ensuring continuous protection without compromise."
Key Updates to Barracuda Email Protection
The latest features emphasize Barracuda's commitment to providing effective security against a wide array of email threats:
1. Flexible Deployment Options
Organizations can now deploy Barracuda Email Protection seamlessly in-line, with or without altering their mail exchange (MX) records. Additionally, integration through an Application Programming Interface (API) allows for rapid setup, enabling immediate protection tailored to specific IT environments.
2. Proactive Account Compromise Prevention
Recent updates add an extra layer of security by monitoring both internal and outbound email activities. This proactive approach aids in identifying potential phishing attempts or suspicious behaviors early on, thus allowing administrators to act swiftly to neutralize identified risks before they escalate.
3. Value-driven Plans for Comprehensive Security
Barracuda is making it easier for organizations to access essential email security features—covering prevention, detection, automated incident response, and email authentication—through new cost-effective plans. These plans ensure that users receive a complete suite of protections without having to juggle multiple, often disjointed, tools.
4. Complimentary Onboarding Support
Understanding the challenges associated with deployment, Barracuda now offers complimentary onboarding and setup assistance. This supportive service seeks to guarantee that organizations can optimally protect their environments from the outset of their email security journey.
Insights from Clients
High-profile clients underscore the impact of Barracuda’s services on their operational security. Jay Glatt, Senior Vice President of Technology at The Giumarra Companies, emphasized the critical nature of secure email communication in their business, stating, "Barracuda Email Protection has been a game-changer for us, providing robust security at a budget-friendly price and ensuring we have the confidence to protect sensitive information."
Furthermore, Malakai Freeman, Vice President of Managed Services and Technology at Focus Technology, expressed confidence in Barracuda's unmatched protection services, stating that their ongoing partnership with Barracuda allows them to offer superior email security to their clients without any compromise.
About Barracuda Networks
Barracuda Networks prides itself on being at the forefront of cybersecurity, providing comprehensive protection against sophisticated threats faced by businesses today. Trusted by hundreds of thousands of IT professionals and managed service providers worldwide, Barracuda offers solutions that are designed to be easy to purchase, deploy, and manage. For additional information, visit
barracuda.com.
In a rapidly evolving digital landscape, Barracuda continues to adapt, ensuring organizations can stay protected with cutting-edge email security tools. As cyber threats continue to grow, Barracuda is committed to evolving its capabilities to meet the needs of businesses across multiple sectors.