Here's the scary truth: Over 50% of small and mid-sized businesses will experience a cyberattack this year, and most won't even know it until it's too late.
Whether you're running a factory, law firm, healthcare practice, or logistics company, you're sitting on data that cybercriminals want. And in 2025, the bad guys are faster, smarter, and more organized than ever.
The problem? Most companies still believe they're too small, too local, or too "under the radar" to be a target. That false sense of security is exactly what hackers count on. Meanwhile, ransomware, phishing, and data theft aren't just IT issues anymore. In fact, they're business survival issues.
Here's what's happening right now across industries:
- Ransomware attacks are up 70% year over year.
- The average downtime after an attack? 21 days.
- The average recovery cost: $1.4 million, and that's not including lost customers or reputation damage.
Most attacks don't start with advanced hacking tools. They start with one wrong click. One outdated password. One untrained employee.
What's at Stake for Every Business
When a cyberattack hits, it doesn't just lock your data. It locks your operations, production stops, orders back up and customers lose trust. If you handle sensitive data, such as financial info, healthcare records, or government contracts, you could also face hefty compliance fines for not having the right protections in place.
How to Protect Your Business Before It's Too Late
Preventing an attack is a lot cheaper than recovering from one. Here's where you should start:
- 24/7 Monitoring & Response: Cyber threats don't sleep, so neither should your IT.
- Regular Data Backups: Make sure you can recover your data without paying ransom.
- Employee Training: Your people are your first line of defense. Train them to spot fake emails and social engineering scams.
- Patch & Update Management: Outdated software is the easiest way in.
- Incident Response Plan: Have a playbook ready. Every minute counts in a breach.
Choose Strength Over Hope Cybersecurity Awareness Month is your wake-up call. Every business is a target. The only question is whether you'll be ready.
At KRS IT Consulting, we protect New Jersey companies with 24/7 threat monitoring, ransomware prevention, employee security training, and compliance management. Don't wait for a breach to learn the hard way. Find out where your vulnerabilities are before someone else does. Get in touch with us with a FREE 10 minute Discovery Call today to secure your business!