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Your Business Isn’t Too Small to Be a Target for Hackers

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Vince Arden

Wednesday, October 30 2024

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"I don’t need to worry about cybersecurity… my business is too small for hackers to target."

This is one of the most dangerous misconceptions a small business can have. If you believe this, you may not fully understand how modern cyberattacks work. Let’s break down why this mindset can leave your business vulnerable.

Did You Know Half of Small Businesses Were Victims of Cyberattacks Last Year?

Many small businesses think they’re off the radar when it comes to cyberthreats, but the truth is, hackers see them as easy prey. Just like larger companies, small businesses rely on technology and store valuable data, but often without robust security in place. Criminals know this, and that makes smaller businesses appealing targets.

Cybercrime Hits Multiple Businesses at Once

Unlike traditional crimes, where a thief targets one victim at a time, cybercriminals can attack hundreds or even thousands of businesses at once. With automated tools, a single scam or malware attack can cause widespread damage. Since some businesses opt to pay ransoms to resolve issues quickly, cybercriminals are motivated to keep launching attacks.

A recent film, Butterfly: A True Cybercrime Story, illustrates the impact of a ransomware attack on a small business. While it focuses on one case, the story reflects the harsh reality many businesses face. The toll on finances, productivity, and peace of mind is significant.

Safeguard Your Business Now Before It’s Too Late

The sophistication of cyberattacks is increasing, but you don’t have to wait and hope you won’t be affected. There are several steps you can take to protect your business, such as:

Keeping secure backups of your data.
Investing in effective cybersecurity tools to safeguard your network.
Training your staff to recognize threats and respond appropriately.
Regularly updating your software to stay ahead of new vulnerabilities.

We’re Here to Help

Handling cybersecurity on your own can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. At Preferred, we provide outsourced IT services, including top-tier cybersecurity protection, to ensure your business stays safe. Contact us today at 708-781-7110 to find out how we can help you secure your company against cyberthreats.

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Vince Arden

Vince Arden is the founder and President of Preferred Communication Systems. He is a graduate of DeVry University with over 30 years of experience in the IT industry. In addition to providing leadership in sales, marketing, project management, and service delivery at Preferred, Vince provides Virtual CIO-level services for the 4th-largest Realtor Association in the nation and to an Inc. 500 fastest growing company. He has been interviewed by industry publications like Redmond magazine, CRN News, and Continuum for his expertise related to cloud computing and the managed IT services industry. He also lends his voice as a contributing author for the Cloud Business Review.

His core purpose is to, "Help people achieve their greatest potential in work and L.I.F.E." He passionately works toward making this a reality in every aspect of life, including his areas of expertise, such as thought leadership, ideation, communication, team building, and Servant Leadership. Vince models building strong relationships, both with his team at Preferred and with his clients. He strives to build a network of people he can embolden to work smarter, so that they may ultimately be able to live better.

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