The divulgence of a small business’s secrets is one of the worst things imaginable. Unfortunately, data security breaches are happening more often.
“But I have a small business,” you’re thinking. “No one would take the time to hack into my systems and steal my information.”
Quite the contrary. According to Stephen Cobb, a senior security researcher, small businesses are the perfect target for hacking.
Large companies use a great deal of resources to ensure data security. However, small businesses do not follow the same practice. This makes their systems more attractive to hackers.
In fact, 97% of small-to-medium business do not prioritize efforts to heighten data security. As a result, 60% of all data breacheshappen to small-to-medium businesses. …show more content…
By correcting these mistakes and understanding the basics of cyber security, you can protect your business, customers and employees.
1. Lack of Planning
Research conducted by Tower Gate Insurance found that 31% of small businesses fail to have a response plan in the case of a security breach, and 22% have no idea where to start to establish a plan. Work with your team to encrypt sensitive data and install updates when available. Also, invest in cyber insurance to help cover costs of recovery.
2. Assuming You're Protected
Research firm Ponemon Institute found that 66% of small businesses admit to having absolutely no concerns about data breaches, and 47% think a breach would not harm their company in any way.
Don't assume your small business is immune to the threat of data breaches. It is imperative that your business take the necessary steps to reduce the likelihood of a security breach.
3. Failing to Educate Employees
Educate your employees about security risks and best practices. Employees leaving their computers unattended, clicking spam email, and failing to regularly change passwords are all causes for
“But I have a small business,” you’re thinking. “No one would take the time to hack into my systems and steal my information.”
Quite the contrary. According to Stephen Cobb, a senior security researcher, small businesses are the perfect target for hacking.
Large companies use a great deal of resources to ensure data security. However, small businesses do not follow the same practice. This makes their systems more attractive to hackers.
In fact, 97% of small-to-medium business do not prioritize efforts to heighten data security. As a result, 60% of all data breacheshappen to small-to-medium businesses. …show more content…
By correcting these mistakes and understanding the basics of cyber security, you can protect your business, customers and employees.
1. Lack of Planning
Research conducted by Tower Gate Insurance found that 31% of small businesses fail to have a response plan in the case of a security breach, and 22% have no idea where to start to establish a plan. Work with your team to encrypt sensitive data and install updates when available. Also, invest in cyber insurance to help cover costs of recovery.
2. Assuming You're Protected
Research firm Ponemon Institute found that 66% of small businesses admit to having absolutely no concerns about data breaches, and 47% think a breach would not harm their company in any way.
Don't assume your small business is immune to the threat of data breaches. It is imperative that your business take the necessary steps to reduce the likelihood of a security breach.
3. Failing to Educate Employees
Educate your employees about security risks and best practices. Employees leaving their computers unattended, clicking spam email, and failing to regularly change passwords are all causes for