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Cyber Expert Points SMB Leaders to Patching as Important Tool for Avoiding Attacks
- Small to mid-sized businesses (SMBs) struggling with unprecedented security challenges amid the surge in ransomware attacks.
- SMBs are prime targets for repeated attacks, due to minimally managed IT systems and limited security budgets.
- Small business owners need to prioritize cybersecurity as a fundamental component of their overall business strategy.
- Investing in modern cybersecurity solutions and regular software updates significantly enhance SMBs defenses against cyberthreats.
- Fighting automation with automation is crucial where the speed of response is paramount to minimize human error.
- Automated patch management systems streamline the identification, testing, and deployment of patches across an IT infrastructure.
- Outsourcing key IT systems can greatly reduce the stress a business owner can feel in attempting to secure everything in house.
- Consistent patch management is an essential tool that allows system patches to be placed on autopilot and achieve patching consistently throughout the ecosystem.
- Business owners can flip the script and encourage responsible internet practices, enforce password security and adopt multi-factor authentication or VPN tools.
- Developing robust and proactive strategies can significantly enhance SMB's security posture and instill confidence in both employees and owners.
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