Fraud affects 1 in 4 small businesses every year. Last year fraud losses to SMEs were estimated at £18.9 billion.
It can happen to any type of business in many different ways, and no business is too small to be targeted. This means that the revenue, reputation and long-term health of your business could be at risk.
Take some time to make sure any PBX’s that you manage are as secure as they can be by carrying out the steps FCS recommend in their telephone security checklist which can be downloaded below.
We are also encouraging businesses to do three simple things to improve their online security:
- Make your passwords stronger with three random words
- Install security software on all devices
- Always download the latest software updates
For further information about cyber security, visit Cyber Streetwise
Resources
McAfee Business Blog
Default Credentials at Risk for Attacks
If you have any concerns or have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us on 0844 856 3301 or email info@spectrum-coms.co.uk
