Compare GateScanner® to Traditional Email Security
Most Secure Email Gateways (SEGs) and cloud email security rely on detection-based techniques. GateScanner® Mail Protection uses a deterministic, zero-trust approach that proactively neutralizes threats.
Key Differences at a Glance
| Capability | Traditional AV/SEG | GateScanner® Mail Protection |
|---|---|---|
| Threat Handling Strategy | Detection-based (signatures, heuristics) | Deterministic (CDR-based sanitization) |
| CDR Coverage | Attachments only (if at all) | Full email (body, attachments, metadata) |
| Zero-Day Protection | Limited, post-infection alerts common | Prevention-first by removing all threat vectors |
| File Reconstruction | Not supported or partial | Complete disarm + rebuild |
| False Positive Risk | Medium to high (based on pattern matcha and heuristics) | Minimal (no detection involved) |
| Attack Surface | Remains exposed to unknown/masked malware | Fully neutralized before delivery |
| Performance Impact | Can slow email flow with sandboxing | Fast processing (<40 seconds typical) |
Conclusion
GateScanner Mail Protection represents a shift from reactive to proactive email security. Instead of trying to identify every threat, we eliminate risk by design — providing peace of mind even when detection fails.
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