Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses in 2025

Why Small Businesses Are Prime Targets Small businesses often believe they’re “too small to be targeted,” but this misconception makes them perfect victims. In 2024, 43% of cyberattacks targeted small businesses—and the trend is accelerating. The Top 5 Security Risks Phishing Attacks - Still the #1 entry point Unpatched Software - Old vulnerabilities remain exploited Weak Passwords - Reused credentials across services No Backups - Ransomware destroys unprotected data Insider Threats - Both malicious and accidental Affordable Security Measures You don’t need an enterprise budget: ...

February 21, 2026 Â· 1 min Â· David Gomez