ABC Corporation has experienced a series of email$-$based security incidents, including

phishing attacks and unauthorized access to sensitive information. As a result, the organization

is exploring the adoption of S$/$MIME to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and authenticity

of its email communication.

$1.$ Evaluate the key features and mechanisms of S$/$MIME as a security protocol. $(10$marks$)$

$2.$ Assess the potential benefits and challenges associated with implementing S$/$MIME in

a corporate environment