What is the primary purpose of attachment protect in Mimecast?

The primary purpose of Attachment Protect in Mimecast is to scan attachments for malware. This feature plays a crucial role in enhancing email security by detecting and neutralizing potentially harmful malware that can be embedded in email attachments. By analyzing files for malicious content before they reach the recipient's inbox, Attachment Protect helps to prevent security breaches and protect users from threats such as ransomware, viruses, and other cyberattacks that often exploit attachments as a vector.

While options such as encrypting attachments or managing attachment size are important aspects of data security and email management, they do not encompass the main functionality of Attachment Protect. Similarly, restricting file types is a relevant security measure, but it does not align with the primary focus of scanning for malware, which is essential for achieving a secure email environment. This targeted feature is integral to Mimecast's overall strategy in protecting organizations against email-based threats.