Summary: Google is rolling out a new end-to-end encryption (E2EE) model for Gmail enterprise users, simplifying the process of sending encrypted emails without complex certificate requirements. This new capability will allow encrypted emails to be sent to any user on any email platform, enhancing data privacy and security. The rollout will begin in phases, starting with emails within organizations and extending to all email inboxes later this year.
Affected: Google Gmail Enterprise Users
Keypoints :
- Gmail users can send E2EE emails by activating the “Additional encryption” option when composing messages.
- Non-Gmail recipients will receive a link to view encrypted messages in a restricted version of Gmail.
- The new E2EE model utilizes client-side encryption (CSE) to keep encryption keys under the organization’s control.