Barracuda Email Protection takes top honors in CRN Product of the Year Awards

Exploring what makes Barracuda’s award-winning email security a game-changer

Takeaways

• Barracuda Email Protection has been recognized as CRN Product of the Year, highlighting its industry leadership in email and web security.
• The solution addresses the increasing sophistication of email-based cyberattacks, including those leveraging AI to bypass traditional defenses.
• Barracuda’s approach emphasizes straightforward, effective security tailored for organizations with limited resources and time.
• Key features include multilayered protection across the email lifecycle, automated incident response and comprehensive DMARC reporting to prevent domain spoofing.

Barracuda continues to set new standards in cybersecurity as Barracuda Email Protection has been named CRN Product of the Year — a prestigious honor awarded by CRN®, a brand of The Channel Company. This award not only recognizes Barracuda as the top Email and Web Security Product of the Year but also as the leading choice for channel partners aiming to drive revenue growth and maximize profitability.

What makes Barracuda Email Protection stand out?

Let’s face it: Email is still a prime target for cybercriminals. Attacks are getting more sophisticated, using AI to outsmart traditional defenses and exploit vulnerabilities.

Barracuda Chief Product Officer Neal Bradbury stresses the urgent need to address this threat: “Cybercriminals are using AI to move faster and hit harder, and that’s putting real pressure on organizations that are already stretched thin. We’re tackling this head-on with email security that’s powerful, straightforward and built to work for teams with limited time and resources.”

Barracuda’s commitment to delivering straightforward, powerful security solutions that make security easy and effective for all organizations — regardless of size or resources — has firmly established Barracuda Email Protection as an industry leader.

Multilayered protection for today’s modern threats

Barracuda Email Protection isn’t just another security tool — it’s a multi-layered shield against phishing, ransomware, business email compromise, and other sophisticated threats. Here’s what sets its holistic approach apart:

• Pre- and post-delivery protection: Barracuda uses advanced AI to prevent, detect and respond to threats at every stage of the email lifecycle.
• Automated incident response: Respond to threats quickly and efficiently without manual intervention.
• DMARC reporting: Stay on top of monitoring and enforcing email authentication policies to prevent domain spoofing.
• Unified platform: Everything you need is available in a one streamlined solution, so you don’t have to juggle different tools or worry about hidden costs.

Centralized management with BarracudaONE

Managing email security shouldn’t be complicated, and Barracuda makes sure it isn’t. The AI-powered BarracudaONE cybersecurity platform unifies layered defenses and intelligent detection. Its centralized dashboard offers real-time visibility, control and reporting. Organizations gain a clear view of their security posture, active threats and ROI metrics — all in one place.

For managed service providers (MSPs), the benefits are even greater. BarracudaONE enables instant bulk remediation of email threats across all customer environments with a single click. That means you can respond up to 10 times faster, dramatically reducing risk and freeing up valuable time for IT teams.

Celebrating innovation and the channel community

Winning the 2025 CRN Products of the Year Award is a testament to Barracuda’s commitment to staying ahead of the curve — and helping customers succeed. Jennifer Follett, vice president of U.S. content and executive editor at CRN, highlights the significance of the award: “These honorees were chosen by solution providers who work with the products daily — making their insight a powerful guide for partners seeking to strengthen their portfolios. We applaud each winner and eagerly anticipate the continued innovation they’ll bring to the industry.”

Looking ahead: Raising the bar for email security

Cyberthreats aren’t slowing down, and neither is Barracuda.  As attacks continue to evolve, Barracuda stands ready to adapt its defenses to ensure comprehensive protection for customers. The recognition from CRN validates Barracuda’s leadership in the cybersecurity industry — and it is motivation to keep innovating to empower organizations to stay ahead of attackers.