Securing Email Communications at Telegraph Media Group with Peritus

Telegraph Media Group strengthened its defences against sophisticated email threats by partnering with Peritus, leveraging AI-driven threat detection and automation to block phishing, Business Email Compromise, and account takeovers while enhancing security efficiencies.

  • Sophisticated Email Threats: Increasingly targeted by BEC, phishing attempts, and account takeover attacks, Telegraph Media Group’s existing email security systems struggled to detect and prevent these threats.

  • Risk of Financial Fraud and Data Breaches: Without robust defences, sensitive information and financial assets were at heightened risk.

  • Operational Strain: The security team faced an overwhelming workload in managing and responding to email threats manually.

Telegraph Media Group, a renowned global media organisation, faced mounting challenges from sophisticated email-based attacks. Traditional security solutions were no longer effective in combating business email compromise (BEC), phishing, and account takeover threats. To address these growing vulnerabilities, Telegraph Media Group partnered with Peritus, leveraging their AI-driven threat detection and advanced email security solutions.

Challenges

Solution

Peritus implemented a cutting-edge, AI-driven email security platform tailored to the needs of Telegraph Media Group. The solution included:

  1. AI-Driven Threat Detection:

    • Analysed behaviour patterns, communication context, and identity signals to detect and block malicious emails before they reached employee inboxes.

    • Proactively identified and neutralised threats such as BEC, phishing links, and suspicious attachments.

  2. Seamless Integration with Microsoft 365:

    • Integrated directly with the organisation’s existing Microsoft 365 environment for streamlined deployment.

    • Ensured minimal disruption to workflows while enhancing overall email security.

  3. Automated Threat Response:

    • Delivered real-time threat intelligence and automated responses to suspected attacks, reducing response times and mitigating risks.

    • Enabled security teams to focus on higher-priority strategic initiatives by automating routine threat management tasks.

  4. Continuous Learning and Adaptation:

    • Leveraged machine learning to continuously adapt to evolving attack techniques and improve detection capabilities over time.

“Peritus takes the time to understand our unique challenges and tailors’ solutions that are both effective and scalable. Their team is highly skilled and measured in their approach. Working with Peritus has been a seamless experience, and I consider them a trusted extension of our own security team. I highly recommend their services to any organisation looking to fortify their security environments.”

- Andrew Bagnall CISO & IT Director, Telegraph Media Group Holdings

Results

By partnering with Peritus, Telegraph Media Group achieved significant improvements in its email security posture, including:

  • Enhanced Threat Protection: Blocked malicious emails before they reached employees, drastically reducing the risk of financial fraud and data breaches.

  • Operational Efficiency: Lightened the workload of the security team by automating threat detection and response processes.

  • Improved Security Awareness: Enabled real-time threat intelligence, empowering employees to recognise and avoid potential threats.

  • Streamlined Security Management: Achieved seamless integration with existing IT systems, ensuring a unified and efficient approach to cybersecurity.

“In an era of increasingly sophisticated cyber threats, organisations need intelligent, proactive defences. Our partnership with Telegraph Media Group showcases how AI-driven security can transform email protection, reducing risk and empowering security teams to focus on what truly matters.”

Tim Barrow, Managing Director, Peritus

Conclusion

Telegraph Media Group’s collaboration with Peritus fortified its defences against sophisticated email threats, safeguarding sensitive data and mitigating the risk of costly security incidents. By integrating AI-driven threat detection and automation, Peritus not only enhanced the organisation’s email security but also empowered its security team to focus on strategic priorities. This case study highlights the critical importance of leveraging advanced technology to stay ahead of modern cyber threats.

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We understand that each customer has unique needs, and therefore, we do not adopt a 'one-size-fits-all' approach. As specialists in the market, we excel in security and focus on delivering solutions tailored to our customers' specific requirements.