Add an Incoming Block list Filtering Rule

You can add rules that apply to a specific domain in the Domain Rules tab or, if accessing from the Admin Level, to all domains linked to the logged in Admin in the Admin Rules tab.

  1. In the Admin Level or Domain Level Control Panel, select Incoming - Protection Settings > Block list filtering rules
  2. Navigate to the appropriate tab: Domain Rules or Admin Rules
  3. Click on + Add rule
  4. The dialog that is displayed here depends on whether you have enabled or disabled the Use advanced custom filtering rules option in the User profile page. For more information, see Manage Your Admin User Profile or Manage Your Domain User Profile.

  5. Configure the Block list rule as per the filter rule type:    
  6. Click Save

The new rule will appear in the list shortly after saving.

Attachment Hash Rule Specifics

The Hashing Algorithm field that is displayed once Attachment Hash is selected in the Match field is compulsory. Fill this with the algorithm type used to generate the hash for the file to be matched. E.g.:

  • MD5
  • SHA-224
  • SHA-256
  • SHA-384
  • SHA-512

Spear Phishing

Spear Phishing refers to a targeted form of phishing aimed to steal sensitive information or install malware on the devices of specific individuals. A targeted spear phishing prevention rule for a specific individual can enhance email security by safeguarding against emails that impersonate high-ranking executives, for example, the VP or CEO.

Following are the steps to add a Spear Phishing rule under Simple Block list Filtering Rule:

  1. Disable the Use advanced custom filtering rules option in the User profile page and navigate to Block list filtering rules -> + Add rule

    The Add a new simple filtering block rule dialog displays

  2. Select Spear Phishing from the Match drop-down. You will see new fields appear

  3. Enter your First Name, Last Name , and select Additional allowed domains

    Additional allowed domains are the sender domains that are excluded from this blocking rule.

  4. Click Save to apply the rule

Following are the steps to add a Spear Phishing rule under Advanced Block list Filtering Rule:

  1. Enable the Use advanced custom filtering rules option in the User profile page and navigate to Block list filtering rules -> + Add rule

    The Add a new advanced filtering block rule dialog displays

  2. Select Spear Phishing from the Match drop-down. You will see new fields appear.

  3. Enter your First Name, Last Name, and select Additional allowed domains

    Additional allowed domains are the sender domains that are excluded from this blocking rule.

  4. Click Save to apply the rule