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Your Business’ Size (or Lack Thereof) Won’t Stop Cyberattacks

Your Business’ Size (or Lack Thereof) Won’t Stop Cyberattacks

"I don’t need to worry about cybersecurity… my business is too small to be in the crosshairs of hackers."

This is one of the most dangerous mistakes a small business can make when it comes to cybersecurity. If you think this way, it shows you might not understand how modern cyberthreats work. Let’s break it down and show you why this mindset can be risky.

Did You Know Half of Small Businesses Were Hit by Cyber Attacks Last Year?

Many small businesses don’t realize they’re at risk of cyber attacks. But the truth is, criminals know that small businesses rely on technology and store valuable data just like big companies do. This makes them easy targets, especially if they don’t have strong security in place.

Cybercrime Can Hit Many Businesses at Once

Unlike old-fashioned crimes, where a thief could only rob one business at a time, cybercriminals can attack hundreds or even thousands of businesses at once with just one scam. Since some businesses might choose to pay ransom to fix the problem quickly, cybercriminals keep trying.

A recent film called Butterfly: A True Cybercrime Story shows how a ransomware attack can devastate a small business. While the story focuses on one company, it’s a reminder that many businesses can go through the same experience at the same time. The damage to productivity, money, and peace of mind is real.

Protect Your Business Before It’s Too Late

Cyberattacks are getting smarter and more damaging, but that doesn’t mean you have to sit back and hope you don’t get targeted. There are plenty of things you can do to protect your business, like:

  • Keeping secure backups of all your data in case you lose the original.
  • Investing in the right cybersecurity tools to protect your business’ network.
  • Training your team to recognize suspicious activity and know how to respond.
  • Regularly updating your software to protect against new threats.

We Can Help

Not every business has the resources to handle IT security on its own. That’s where we come in. At Cambium Data, we offer outsourced IT services, including strong cybersecurity protections, to keep your business safe. Want to learn more? Give us a call at (402) 514-3200 and see how we can help you stay secure.

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