Can Posting Lawyers' Email Addresses Online Pose a Cyber Risk?
Cybersecurity professionals said the benefits of publicly listing attorneys' law firm email addresses outweigh the risks, so long as lawyers are equipped with appropriate cyber training.
December 13, 2018 at 10:45 AM
3 minute read
It's customary for law firms to list their lawyers' email addresses online to allow prospective clients to contact an attorney. But do these public listings also lead to a heightened risk of cyberattacks?
Some cybersecurity professionals have argued that the benefits of placing lawyers' email addresses online can outweigh potential risks—if lawyers are equipped with the proper training.
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