Protecting your company from cyber threats without big budgets is possible. 10 practical cybersecurity steps for SMBs.
SMBs Are the #1 Target of Cyber Attacks
43% of cyber attacks target SMBs because their security measures are generally weaker compared to large companies. The good news is that by taking basic steps, you can reduce your risk by over 80%.
1. Strong Password Policy
Minimum 12 characters, uppercase-lowercase, numbers and special characters. Different password for each account. Use a password manager (Bitwarden, KeePass).
2. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Enable MFA on all critical applications — email, VPN, accounting software. Prefer authenticator apps over SMS.
3. Regular Software Updates
Automate OS, office software, and antivirus updates. Outdated software is the biggest security vulnerability.
4. Email Security
Phishing attacks are the most common threat. Train your employees to recognize suspicious emails. Use spam filtering and email security solutions.
5. Firewall
Control traffic entering and leaving your network. Protect your network with a hardware firewall.
6. Backup (3-2-1 Rule)
3 copies, 2 different media, 1 off-site backup. In a ransomware attack, your backups are your only salvation.
7. Network Segmentation
Separate guest Wi-Fi from the business network. Limit access to sensitive data.
8. Employee Awareness Training
The human factor plays a role in 95% of security breaches. Conduct cybersecurity awareness training at least twice a year.
9. Endpoint Protection
Use enterprise antivirus/EDR solutions on all business computers. Control access to business data from personal devices.
10. Incident Response Plan
Plan what to do when an attack occurs. Who to contact, what steps to take?
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