How often does the Mimecast system scan downloaded files for malicious content?

The Mimecast system scans downloaded files for malicious content automatically with every download. This approach ensures real-time protection for users, providing a critical layer of security against potential threats. By scanning files at the moment they are downloaded, Mimecast can identify and respond to new and evolving threats immediately, helping to prevent malware, ransomware, and other malicious attacks from reaching the end user.

This proactive scanning strategy is essential in maintaining the integrity of email communications and safeguarding sensitive data. It highlights the importance of continuous security mechanisms in a cloud-based security environment, reflecting the need for organizations to stay vigilant against emerging security threats in real-time. Other options would not provide the same level of immediate protection.