When people think about "hackers," they often picture a hooded figure furiously typing on a keyboard to break into networks. However, hacking doesn't always involve guessing passwords or exploiting unpatched machines; it often includes social engineering and targeted attacks.
Let’s think like a hacker. Here’s an example:
Imagine you were to target your own company. How would you do it?
- You could look up your business on Google or LinkedIn to see who the decision-makers are.
- You might find a decision-maker you can target.
- You could create a free email account and "pretend" to be yourself.
- You could try to trick that decision-maker into sending sensitive information, changing accounting information, or engaging in other activities that would leave your business vulnerable.
How long did that take?
Now imagine that was your full-time job! That is exactly why cybersecurity is such an important topic. To learn more about the realities of cyber criminals, check out our blog post, 5 Common Misconceptions About Cyber Criminals. Understanding their tactics can help you better protect your business.
If your business has:
- Employee cybersecurity training
- Spam filtering that can block spoofing
- Data loss prevention measures to stop sensitive information from leaving the company
You're significantly less likely to experience a security incident! Instead of neglecting these essential solutions and leaving your most important assets vulnerable, reach out to our team to take control of your cybersecurity.
