Cybersecurity Facts For Small Business Owners [Infographic]

Have you been looking for correct cyber security information? This visual map of facts on cybersecurity will help small business owners protect themselves and their small businesses in 2019 and beyond...

Guest post by Chris Usatenko

What Small Business Owners Need To Know Now About Cybersecurity

It seems frequently enough we hear about a new huge data breach, leaking millions of individuals' personal information and costing a fortune. Yahoo, Facebook, Amazon, eBay…

The biggest corporations aren't even immune to cyberattacks. In turn, we hear about millions and billions of dollars in damages -- amounts that are unimaginable to real people like you and me. These disastrous breaches happen from time to time but hundreds of smaller cybercrime incidents happen every day, usually to smaller businesses.

We shouldn’t be surprised considering the consistent sharp rise of the cybercrime rates in recent years. Cybercrime has become so lucrative that the increasing numbers of young IT experts are turning to it. From their perspective: Why not, when some of the most known cybercriminals' take is serious bucks from stealing and ransoming personal information and other data?

If you are an owner of a small business, you especially should be on guard. Cybercriminals are more focused on your type of business because that is where they expect the least resistance.

Cybersecurity News: Of all cyberattacks up to today, small businesses were the victims in 43% of the cases.

Human error is the most common cause of a successful cyberattacks. This is because people are still not educated enough on:

Importance of strong passwords
Phishing
Simple yet effective cybercriminal methods

The majority of people use the same passwords for all online services they use, which is the easiest way to access personal and financial information.

It is necessary to stay updated regarding news about cybersecurity in order to keep your company and yourself safe. Check out the handy visual for 2019 and beyond: Cybersecurity facts for small business owners [infographic].

Cyber security or cybersecurity - No matter how you write it, pronounce it, or consider it, you need to take take the appropriate steps to protect yourself and your small business. Consider contacting cybersecurity companies that specialize in servicing your niche.

Author Bio

Chris Usatenko is a computer geek, writer, and content creator. He is interested in every aspect of the IT industry. Freelancer in his nature, he is willing to get experience and knowledge from around the world and implement them in his life. Connect with him on LinkedIn and Follow him on Twitter.

13 Replies

By WPTweed&Co on 17th January, 2024

Really can’t imagine my business running without cybersecuirty software, we use all of the tool above and are still waiting to install some extra tools like Keeper password manager and Nordvpn teams VPN. It’s important stuff, especially for a small business.

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- By Keri Jaehnig on 18th January, 2024
  
  Hi there, As you mention, small businesses should be very concerned about cybersecurity and prioritize tools and cybersecurity software. Because they are more often targeted than large businesses due to the perception of lack of funds to protect themselves. Nice job prioritizing cyber programs, software and tools for your own business. Thank you for visiting my blog and adding to our conversation here, ~Keri
  
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By Thomas James on 21st July, 2022

Thank you for sharing this amazing article related to cyber security.

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- By Keri Jaehnig on 21st July, 2022
  
  Thomas, Always happy to share insights for small business owners on cybersecurity and similar topics! Glad you like this article. Please feel free to share with those that might also find it helpful. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
  
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By financial cybersecurity Australia on 12th June, 2021

A strong security infrastructure includes multiple layers of protection dispersed throughout a company’s computers, programs and networks.

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- By Keri Jaehnig on 13th June, 2021
  
  Indeed it does! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
  
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By cybersecurity on 1st June, 2021

Thanks for sharing this article. Cybersecurity now is very important with the lots of information traveling online in the internet. Better stay protected.

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- By Keri Jaehnig on 1st June, 2021
  
  Hi there, You make some good points. We are hearing of hacks more frequently – Small businesses will really need to be ready. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
  
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By Surge Engineering on 14th November, 2020

I like the infographic! Thank you!

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By Darkweb Links on 18th October, 2020

That’s a very useful article.

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- By Keri Jaehnig on 18th October, 2020
  
  Sathaoui, Glad you found this article helpful. Thank you for your comment. ~Keri
  
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By Adeel Khan on 31st August, 2020

Such a great read! Thanks for such an informative blog. I really like way the how info graphics are sued through out the blog, makes it so much easier to read. I personally believe that small business owners need to pay more attention to cyber security as there is no faster way for a business to go under than a security breach.

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- By Keri Jaehnig on 31st August, 2020
  
  Adeel, Glad you liked this article and infographic. I’m sure our guest author appreciates your positive words too. Business owners at companies of all sizes need to pay more attention to their cybersecurity and online safety, though small business is more at risk, as you imply. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, ~Keri
  
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