In today’s digital age, businesses are dependent on the internet. From internal communication amongst employees to fielding queries from customers and processing payments and payroll, the web is a crucial part of conducting business in the 21st century.

CISA has released CISA Analysis: Fiscal Year 2023, Risk and Vulnerability Assessments, an analysis detailing the findings from the 143 Risk and Vulnerability Assessments (RVAs) conducted across multiple critical infrastructure sectors in fiscal year 2023 (FY23).

We all have memories that are forever etched in our minds, events that were life-changing and we can still vividly recall. I was 10 years old when JFK was assassinated and remember the day clearly. I can also tell you where I was and everything about the day 23 years later when Challenger exploded. 23 years after Challenger we faced September 11, and all of us can share where we were, how we heard about it, and what transpired in the following hours, days, and weeks.

With smaller teams, older technology and fewer resources, small businesses face an increased risk of cyber attacks. In fact, 50% of cyber attacks target small businesses. Small businesses also have a more difficult time recovering from a cyber attack - 60% will close within six months following a cyber security incident. Here are some common tactics cyber criminals use, and ways to strengthen your business’ cyber security: 

Cybersecurity incidents can have extensive and far-reaching impacts on businesses, extending well beyond financial losses.

Here are some of the key areas where businesses might experience significant costs due to cybersecurity breaches:

Law firms are a primary target for ransomware attacks, with cybercriminals targeting legal practices with sophisticated assault techniques.

Law firms are valuable targets for a multitude of reasons, but most recently they have been targeted as law firms are increasingly transitioning data to cloud-based platforms and web-based apps. While these technologies facilitate data accessibility, they also expand the attack surface and significantly increase the probability of vulnerabilities.