Secure Your Small Business

Explore our curated tools and guides to build a strong cybersecurity foundation.

Start with the SMB Cybersecurity Checklist

43%

of cyberattacks target small businesses

61%

of SMBs were attacked in the last year

$120k

average cost of a breach for SMBs

95%

of breaches involve human error

Explore Cybersecurity Learning Tracks

Cybersecurity 101 for SMBs

Learn the foundational concepts every business owner should know.

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The Ransomware Playbook

A comprehensive training program designed specifically for SMBs to defend against ransomware

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Top Threats in 2025

Understand today’s biggest cybersecurity risks and how to prepare.

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Top Cybersecurity Threats Haunting SMBs

Understanding these common threats can help small businesses prevent costly cyber incidents.

1. Phishing Emails

Attackers impersonate trusted sources to steal credentials or deliver malware.

🔐 Remediation: Train staff, enable email filtering, and enforce MFA.

2. Weak Passwords

Simple or reused passwords make it easy for attackers to break in.

🔐 Remediation: Enforce complexity and deploy password managers.

3. Outdated Software

Unpatched apps and systems are prime targets for known exploits.

🔐 Remediation: Schedule automated updates across your fleet.

4. Ransomware Attacks

Malicious encryption can halt business and demand hefty payments.

🔐 Remediation: Backup data, isolate endpoints, and train users.

5. Insider Threats

Unintentional or malicious employee actions can cause major damage.

🔐 Remediation: Apply least privilege and log internal activity.

6. No Cyber Policy

Lack of clear expectations leads to confusion and risk-taking behavior.

🔐 Remediation: Draft a policy and train staff on best practices.

Free Cybersecurity Tools & Downloads

Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Policy Toolkit
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Cybersecurity Frameworks & Regulations

Whether you're a local IT firm, healthcare clinic, or SaaS startup, understanding these core frameworks is key to staying secure and compliant.

NIST CSF
General

A flexible framework to manage cybersecurity risks methodically.

  • 5 Core Functions: Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover
  • Ideal for risk-based planning
  • Widely adopted across industries
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CIS Controls
SMB Friendly

A practical set of controls for SMBs to reduce cyber risk.

  • Prioritized & tiered (IG1-IG3)
  • Step-by-step guidance
  • Free resources & checklists
Explore Controls
SOC 2
SaaS

A standard for data protection in B2B SaaS environments.

  • 5 Trust Principles
  • Audit-based with external attestation
  • Often required for vendor contracts
Learn About SOC 2
HIPAA & GDPR
Privacy

Protecting healthcare data (HIPAA) and EU citizens’ privacy (GDPR).

  • Data encryption & access control
  • Consent & breach notification
  • Fines for non-compliance
HIPAA GDPR
ISO/IEC 27001
Global

An international standard for information security management.

  • Builds an ISMS (Information Security Management System)
  • Certification shows maturity
  • Applies to all industries
View ISO
PCI DSS
Finance

Required for businesses that process credit/debit card payments.

  • Protects cardholder data
  • Encryption, tokenization, access logs
  • Self-assessment or third-party audit
See PCI Standards
FTC Safeguards Rule
U.S. Reg

Applies to SMBs in finance or who handle consumer financial info.

  • Requires data encryption & MFA
  • Risk assessments & incident response
  • Enforced by FTC in the U.S.
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Cyber Essentials
UK

UK-backed certification for basic cybersecurity hygiene.

  • Firewall, patching, malware protection
  • Simple checklist for SMBs
  • Includes optional Cyber Essentials Plus audit
Cyber Essentials

Recommended Tools for Small Business Security

F-Secure VPN for Business
F-Secure VPN for Business

Secure remote access for employees with reliable encryption and no-log protection.

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Tenable Vulnerability Management
Tenable Vulnerability Management

Continuous visibility into your assets, vulnerabilities, and risks across your attack surface.

Scan for vulnerabilities
Veeam Backup & Recovery
Veeam Backup & Recovery

Secure your business data with powerful backup, replication, and disaster recovery solutions.

Protect your data
Malwarebytes
Malwarebytes

Advanced antivirus and anti-malware protection tailored for SMBs with centralized management.

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Latest Insights from InfoDefenders

The InfoDefenders Blog provides the latest news, cybersecurity tips, and more to keep your SMB safe from threats!

Frequently Asked Questions

Start by identifying your critical assets, enforcing strong passwords, and enabling two-factor authentication.

Yes. Over 40% of cyberattacks target small businesses because they’re often less protected.

Absolutely. A written policy helps define expectations, train employees, and comply with regulations.

Many foundational tools like password managers, antivirus software, and firewalls are free or low-cost. The biggest cost is time and training.

Use short, frequent training sessions or simulated phishing tests. Start with topics like phishing, password hygiene, and remote work security.

Yes. A VPN secures remote connections and protects sensitive data, especially when using public or home networks.

Start by identifying the regulations that apply to your industry. Then map your practices to frameworks like NIST or CIS Controls.

Backups should be done daily, stored securely (preferably off-site or in the cloud), and tested regularly for recovery.

Start with antivirus, firewall, password manager, secure cloud storage, and email filtering. Layer in MFA and centralized logging if possible.

Immediately isolate the affected system, reset passwords, notify IT or your security provider, and follow your incident response plan.