Dark Web Monitoring - How to Protect Your Business
Nearly everyone has heard about the Dark Web, and there are a lot of scare tactics out there regarding it. The Dark Web is a part of the internet...
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Heather Trone Dec 9, 2024 8:00:00 AM
Data breach dangers are now a reality for businesses! Guesstimates put the number affected number of people at anywhere from 100 million to upwards of 1 BILLION. Even at a conservative estimate of 250 million, that means one in eight people worldwide could have been affected by one or more of these data breaches.
What Do These Breaches Have To Do With My Business
Even if you or your employees don't use their work email addresses for online shopping or coffee clubs, the likelihood that they've used the same password for accounts across the internet is real. Once cybercriminals get access to password data, it's a matter of time before they can gain access to your network and data in any number of ways. And once your credentials are compromised, your customer data could end up for sale on the dark web. When a hacker gains access to stolen data, there are many methods that can be used to gain access to your business.
How to Protect Yourself From the Dark Web
Most businesses take a reactive approach to these breaches and Dark Web threats. They believe the probability of falling victim to it is low, and if it does happen, they'll take care of it when it happens. Be warned, this is a very expensive approach to security. Most data breaches aren't detected immediately, and by the time they are, it could be too late. According to the National Cyber Security Alliance, nearly 50% of small businesses have experienced a cyberattack. As many as 60% of those hacked small and mid-sized businesses go out of business within six months of the attack.
All businesses need to be more aware of the threats they are facing and protect themselves accordingly. Here are a few ways you can protect your business:
For more information on Fraser's Dark Web Monitoring Program and how it pertains to helping your business security, contact us today!
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