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Securing your small business from cybercrime a must, as over 40% of all cybercrime<\/a> affects Aussie small businesses. This is easier said than done: there is a lot involved in keeping yourself protected from cybercrime. Staying vigilant can be somewhat unrealistic for small businesses, as they often lack the resources to staff a full-time IT team.<\/p>\n So, let\u2019s explore ways to keep your business cyber-secure without breaking the bank.<\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.reckon.com\/au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Cybersecurity-strategies.png” alt=”Cybersecurity strategies” title_text=”Cybersecurity Strategies” align=”center” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”-45px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″]<\/p>\n There are ways to improve your business’s cybersecurity almost immediately. These tips, although simple, are proven to help protect your small business from cybercrime.<\/p>\n Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) is an incredibly effective security measure<\/a> to keep your accounts protected. MFAs are tools that add an extra layer of security by requiring you to log in to an account with more than just one password. The added login requirement can be confirmed through your mobile device with a PIN, face recognition, or code; this can also be sent to alternative devices.<\/p>\n To utilise MFAs effectively, ensure that you have them as the required login process for your business email accounts, banking, and cloud services, such as your accounting<\/a> and payroll software<\/a>.<\/p>\n Cybercriminals are getting better at hacking into accounts. Where people usually get caught out is when they use passwords that are easy to remember. If your passwords are based on personal information about yourself, or simply \u20181234password\u2019, you are going to get hacked.<\/p>\n To keep this from happening, utilise a password manager service where:<\/p>\n It is also important to use passphrases when a password manager isn\u2019t available. To have a strong passphrase as a login, make sure that:<\/p>\n This way, if your physical devices, such as a laptop or desktop, are stolen, the chances of anyone gaining access are extremely low.<\/p>\n Regularly updating the software that you subscribe to or have downloaded is a sure way to keep your applications secure. Software patches and updates generally include security updates that protect against new cybercrime tactics. Regular updates are necessary because older software often no longer receives update support or services, which cybercriminals actively exploit to gain access to targets.<\/p>\n As a side note, make sure that the software update is coming directly from your software provider. Cybercriminals will use software updates as an opportunity to create a \u2018trojan horse\u2019 and trick people into downloading malware they think is an update.<\/p>\n Backing up your data is essential for any cybersecurity policy. This practice means that you have access to a copy of your data that isn\u2019t compromised. It also means you can switch to a data copy that wasn\u2019t affected by a cyber attack.<\/p>\n The general rule of thumb is the \u20183-2-1\u2019 method: 3<\/strong> copies of important data saved on 2<\/strong> different media types, like USBs and hard drives, and 1<\/strong> saved\/stored offsite (cloud storage like OneDrive and Google Drive).<\/p>\n Backing up your data is more than just protecting yourself from attacks; it is also a good business practice that will keep your records secure.<\/p>\n Your employees can be your strongest defence or weak link when it comes to cybercrime. This is why you need to train your staff on the latest security threats, tactics, and methods used by cybercriminals. To make sure your employees are adequately educated, your training should include:<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n
Cybersecurity tips to use today<\/h2>\n
Use multi-factor authentication for your business accounts<\/h3>\n
Use password managers and passphrases<\/h3>\n
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Update software regularly<\/h3>\n
Backup your data<\/h3>\n
Train your employees<\/h2>\n