If you run or work for a small or medium-sized enterprise (SME), you may have heard — or even believed — this common line:
“We’re too small for hackers to bother with.”
Unfortunately, this couldn’t be further from the truth.
Cybercriminals have shifted strategy in recent years. While big-name companies still attract high-profile attacks, SMEs are often seen as low-hanging fruit — poorly defended, underfunded, and potentially connected to larger supply chains.
In fact, according to recent industry reports, over 60% of SMEs experienced a cyber incident in the past year, many of which resulted in significant downtime, financial loss, or reputational damage.
Lack of dedicated IT/security teams
Outdated software and unpatched systems
Poor password practices and weak authentication
Little or no staff training on phishing and social engineering
These gaps make SMEs highly attractive to attackers using automation and mass-scale phishing campaigns. The goal? Get in, get data, and get out — often without the business even realising.
Even on a tight budget, SMEs can take meaningful steps to protect themselves:
Implement basic security hygiene – strong passwords, regular updates, firewalls, backups
Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) everywhere possible
Train staff to recognise phishing and scams
Partner with an external IT/security provider if in-house support is limited
Have a response plan — know what to do if you get hit
Cybersecurity isn’t just for tech giants. In many ways, it’s more important for SMEs to be vigilant — because the cost of recovery could mean the difference between staying in business or shutting down.
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