7 Cyberattacks faced by small businesses and how to prepare to counter them:
1. Phishing Attacks 🎣
Phishing attacks trick employees into revealing sensitive information.
• Train staff to recognize suspicious emails.
• Use email filtering tools to block malicious messages.
2. Ransomware 🔒💵
Ransomware locks your data until you pay a ransom.
• Backup data regularly.
• Ensure you have strong antimalware software and keep it updated.
3. DDoS Attacks 🌐💥
Distributed Denial of Service (DDoS) attacks overwhelm your servers with traffic.
• Invest in DDoS protection services.
• Have a response plan ready to mitigate downtime.
4. Insider Threats 👥🔪
Employees or partners can misuse access to harm your business.
• Implement strict access controls.
• Monitor user activities for unusual behavior.
5. Zero-Day Exploits ⚙️❗
Hackers exploit unknown software vulnerabilities.
• Keep all software and systems updated.
• Use intrusion detection systems to spot suspicious activity.
6. Man-in-the-Middle Attacks 🕵️
Attackers intercept communications between two parties.
• Use encryption for all communications.
• Implement secure VPNs for remote access.
7. SQL Injection 💾🐛
Hackers insert malicious code into your database queries.
• Regularly update and patch your database systems.
• Use parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection.
Being prepared can save your small business from disaster. 💼💥
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