Security Guide: Compromised Email Account or Business Email Compromise (BEC)

 Disclaimer: This guide is meant for general awareness. If your email account is under attack or you suspect BEC, click the big red button or call us immediately.

Business Email Compromise (BEC) targets company execs or finance staff to trick them into wire transfers. Attackers may hijack an email account to impersonate trusted contacts.


Immediate Steps:

  • Reset Password: Immediately change login credentials for the compromised email.

  • Enable MFA: If not active, enable two-factor for all critical email accounts.

  • Review Sent Items & Filters: Remove hidden forwarding or inbox rules that redirect messages.

  • Alert Finance Department: Warn them not to act on unexpected payment requests.

  • Check Other Accounts: The attacker might have used the email to reset passwords elsewhere.

  • Forensic Audit: Engage experts to examine the mailbox and IP login logs.

 Stopping a BEC scheme quickly limits financial loss and brand damage. Strengthening email security with MFA and thorough audits reduces future risk.

Suspect an email compromise? Click the big red button for help or call us now to speak with a specialist

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