Cyber crime is a concern for all businesses, big and small, and no matter where they are in the world. Being the victim of an attack can cripple companies altogether, so knowing what to do in such an event and taking all necessary precautions to prevent them in the first place is an absolute must.
New figures from the FBI’s internet crime complaint centre (IC3), reported on by the BBC, show that in 2019 businesses lost $3.5 billion (£2.7 billion) from cyber crime, with phishing and extortion the most popular forms of attack.
IC3 explained that techniques are becoming more sophisticated, which means it’s harder for people to detect scams, particularly where websites and email addresses are, as these are increasingly looking more and more legitimate.
Over the year, ransomware – which is where hackers gain access to your system and then lock your computers down before blackmailing you for money in order to unlock them again – saw criminals take over $8.8 million.
If you run a business and have an online presence then, unfortunately, you’re automatically a target for cyber criminals. There are numerous ways in which you can be targeted, but bear in mind that the vulnerability of your workforce is often the weakest link for companies, so prioritising training could prove particularly beneficial.
Luckily, there is a lot you can do to make your operations more secure so if you are looking for help with cyber security in London, get in touch with the Stellarise team today.
