G Suite security

2019. Google launches new security tools for G Suite users



Google has recently rolled out a series of security updates for its web-based productivity and collaboration platform, G Suite. These updates primarily focus on safeguarding a company's data within G Suite by enhancing access control and introducing new tools to combat phishing and malware threats. One notable addition is the introduction of advanced phishing and malware protection, designed to assist administrators in shielding users from malicious email spoofing and harmful attachments. However, the most intriguing feature introduced is the new security sandbox, currently in beta for G Suite enterprise users. This sandbox empowers administrators to apply an additional layer of protection beyond standard scans for known viruses and malware. Recognizing that existing tools may not fully guard against zero-day ransomware or sophisticated malware, this tool executes attachments within a secure sandbox environment to identify any potential security vulnerabilities before opening them.


2018. G Suite gets Google Domains integration



Google has announced a seamless integration between Google Domains and G Suite, offering businesses a convenient way to create professional branded email addresses while gaining access to a range of intelligent productivity tools such as Docs, Calendar, Google Drive, and Hangouts Meet. This integration allows businesses to easily set up their email addresses and simultaneously leverage the powerful features of G Suite. Additionally, users will benefit from 30 GB of file storage and round-the-clock customer support. To enhance domain management, Google has introduced simplified settings that enable authorized users to easily share access. Apart from the United States, Google Domains is now available in 14 other countries, including Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Spain, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam.

2018. G Suite added Security Center



Google has introduced a new tool called Security Center specifically designed for G Suite administrators, offering them enhanced visibility into their organization's security status. This tool is exclusively available to G Suite Enterprise users and comprises two key components. The first component is a comprehensive dashboard that presents administrators with a holistic view of current security metrics encompassing various services such as Gmail (including analysis of incoming phishing emails), Google Drive, and Mobile Management. The second prominent feature is a security health checkup, which delivers a swift overview of existing security settings and offers recommendations for potential enhancements. With the Security Center, G Suite administrators can effectively monitor and optimize their organization's security posture.


2017. G Suite now allows to manage access to third-party apps



G Suite is introducing a new security enhancement called OAuth apps whitelisting. This feature offers improved data access control and strengthens phishing prevention measures. It provides organizations with greater visibility and control over how third-party applications interact with their data. By selectively allowing certain apps to access users' G Suite data, admins can effectively safeguard their data. Once an app is whitelisted, users can grant authorized access to their G Suite apps data. This precautionary measure prevents malicious apps from deceiving users into unintentionally granting access to their corporate data.


2017. G Suite adds more security tools for admins



Google's G Suite is introducing several new security features to enhance data protection for businesses utilizing its platform. Administrators now have the capability to enforce the use of physical security keys, such as those from companies like Yubico, for user access to data. They can also manage the deployment of these keys and access usage reports. Google highlights online payments service Stripe as one of the early adopters of this feature, utilizing Security Key as an additional layer of defense against phishing attempts. To bolster email security, G Suite now enables enterprises to utilize their own certificates for S/MIME encryption, while also simplifying the process of searching Gmail logs with BigQuery. Moreover, businesses seeking to archive their emails outside of Gmail and Google Vault can seamlessly integrate third-party services like HP Autonomy and Veritas. These advancements underline Google's commitment to ensuring robust security measures within G Suite for its enterprise customers.