Top security myths small businesses believe

We Haven’t Been Attacked Yet, So Our Defenses Are Effective

Just because your business hasn’t been attacked (yet) doesn’t mean your security is strong. In fact, many companies that think they are secure haven’t detected an attack—until it’s too late.

Our Business Is Too Small to Be Targeted by Criminals

This is the biggest lie that small businesses tell themselves—”We’re too small to be a target.” It’s that mindset that makes small companies easy prey for criminals. They don’t discriminate based on the size of your company. They only care about opportunity and vulnerability.

We Don’t Store Sensitive Items or Data, So We’re Safe

Not storing sensitive items or data, might seem like a good way to keep your business safe, but it’s a dangerous misconception. While it’s true that holding onto sensitive items or data makes you an obvious target for criminals and cybercriminals, not storing these items, doesn’t mean you’re immune to attacks.