Set the Windows Mail security level

Some of the e‑mail messages you receive in Windows Mail might contain web browser add-ons or scripts, which could pose a security risk. You can disable add-ons and scripts by choosing a restrictive security level, or you can view most content of this type by choosing a moderate security level.

1. Open Windows Mail.

2. Click the Tools menu, click Options, and then click the Security tab.

3. Under Virus Protection, choose a security zone:

Click Internet zone if you want to allow scripts and add-ons to run.
Click Restricted sites zone to create a more secure environment, which is recommended.

Notes

You can also adjust the security level of these and other zones in Internet Explorer. The settings that you choose for these zones in Internet Explorer also apply to Windows Mail.