SMTP2GO Detection Scanner

This scanner detects the use of SMTP2GO in digital assets. The purpose is to identify SMTP2GO technology usage for security assessments and asset management.

Short Info


Level

Informational

Single Scan

Single Scan

Can be used by

Asset Owner

Estimated Time

10 seconds

Time Interval

2 weeks 10 hours

Scan only one

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SMTP2GO is a cloud-based email distribution service widely used by businesses and developers for sending transactional and marketing emails. Its platform, known for high deliverability and reliable performance, integrates easily with various email clients and applications through standard SMTP. Organizations leverage SMTP2GO for its analytics, real-time tracking, and global server network, ensuring fast email delivery speeds. This service is particularly advantageous for companies requiring compliance with privacy standards like GDPR. SMTP2GO is used globally, supporting numerous languages and offering 24/7 customer service to assist businesses in various sectors including e-commerce, education, and healthcare.

The technology detection capabilities of this scanner aim to identify instances where SMTP2GO is utilized within networks. Detecting this service usage aids in compliance checks and technology audits, ensuring the organizations' assets are aligned with their IT strategies. SMTP2GO's presence might indicate a reliance on outsourced email services, making it critical to ensure such services comply with security protocols and privacy standards. This scanner helps organizations recognize these services for proper configuration and security assessments. Identifying SMTP2GO technologies assists in mitigating risks associated with unauthorized or default configurations.

Technically, the scanner operates by identifying key response elements from SMTP2GO's web presence. It scans web pages for specific signatures like titles and copyright notices attributed to SMTP2GO, alongside email links and specific URLs embedded in the HTML. By doing so, it confirms the implementation of SMTP2GO services within the examined infrastructure. This approach ensures that organizations can trace SMTP2GO usage back to its source, facilitating better control over email service providers detected in their domains or IP ranges.

Potential negative impacts can arise if SMTP2GO services are misconfigured or used without appropriate security measures. For instance, unauthorized access to SMTP configurations could lead to email spoofing or unauthorized email dispatch, damaging company integrity. Also, the exposure of sensitive information through improperly secured channels could lead to data breaches. Recognizing and controlling these technologies assists in enforcing compliance and protecting against vulnerabilities.

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