Cyber Security: The Most Significant Threat to US Organizations
Due to various new and growing cybersecurity threats to US companies, businesses, especially SMEs and SMBs, need to reassess their stance towards cybersecurity. This paper discusses why SMB/SMEs make attractive targets for threat actors and the best practices for US enterprises to safeguard their valuable digital assets. A significant risk that US organizations face is cybersecurity. As organizations adjust to a new operating paradigm with the rapid adoption of hybrid workplaces and a virtual workforce, cybersecurity concerns are rising with severe consequences for reputation, operations, and compliance. Smaller businesses, especially, are easier targets because they lack adequate security measures to safeguard their digital assets and educate their virtual workforce. In addition, their lackadaisical attitude toward data security is a driving force for cyberattacks. Moving forward, SMEs and SMBs must identify the most significant threats to their businesses in 2022 if they are ...