SME’s – the nation’s cyber weakspot

Description: It’s no secret that Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) are on the ‘hit list’ for cybercriminals, due in large to 3 key factors:

1. Lack of understanding when it comes to Cybersecurity
2. Inadequate security parameters and frameworks make them an easy target
3. Limited access to expensive staff and cybersecurity solutions – out of reach for most SMEs

Combined, these make it far easier for hackers to steal sensitive data which not only risks reputational damage, but the flow-on effect could bring your supply chain to a complete standstill.

Each day, hundreds and thousands of Australian SMEs are at risk of being attacked, and possibly unknowingly already have been. It’s not only your business at risk, but those you do business with – think of every company you interact with. When your network is breached, they too become a target.

Read more:
https://redpiranha.net/news/smes-nations-cyber-weakspot

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