Cybersecurity is the safeguarding of internet-connected systems in an organization. For many years, cybersecurity has been a hot topic in the technological world. Changes brought on by the epidemic, such as where people work and the tools they use, helped businesses run more smoothly and enabled hackers to increase the number of attacks and their sophistication.
Protecting your business from hackers is critical and should be a top concern for every SMB, with cybersecurity awareness and training being a major component.
According to the Canadian Internet Registration Authority's 2020 Cybersecurity Report, three out of ten people saw increased attacks during the epidemic. The necessity of working from home highlighted the need for digitalization. Given the circumstances, many businesses were able to make the transition quickly.
Unfortunately, this meant that a few critical cyber protections were either missing or inadequate. As a result of insufficient protection or a lack of staff cybersecurity awareness, businesses become vulnerable to cyberattacks. To reduce the danger of cyberattacks, it is critical to have people aware of and knowledgeable about cybersecurity.
In summary, cybersecurity training programs will lower the chance of data breaches. Employees will have a better understanding of what constitutes a red flag. This can help you avoid making costly errors, saving you time and money in the long run.
Another key factor to consider is cybersecurity insurance, which all businesses should purchase. Often, the insurance coverage will stipulate that businesses implement a cybersecurity training program. You won't get insurance without one, and your firm will be susceptible.
Good cybersecurity necessitates ongoing risk assessments and policy modifications. This implies that you should revisit employee training frequently. As a result, having a baseline training structure in place to build on is beneficial.
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