The Cost of Doing Nothing in Cybersecurity for SMBs
The Cost of Doing Nothing in Cybersecurity for SMBs When it comes to cybersecurity, many small and midsize businesses (SMBs) tell themselves: “We’re too small to be a target.” Unfortunately, attackers think differently. Hackers now view SMBs as prime opportunities, easy to breach, slow to detect, and expensive to recover. And while investing in security might feel like a cost, the real expense comes from doing nothing. The Real Cost of Ransomware Cyberattacks don’t just cost the ransom. They drain resources in recovery, downtime, lost clients, and reputation damage. What “Doing Nothing” Really Costs Let’s break down the real numbers: Downtime Costs Thousands Per Hour: A single ransomware incident can shut down operations for days. Industry research shows SMBs lose ...