Digital transformation has brought numerous benefits to companies, but it has also opened doors to new cyber threats. Many entrepreneurs underestimate the risks, believing in myths that can seriously compromise their businesses.

According to a report from Trend Micro, Brazil is one of the countries most affected by cyber attacks, especially ransomware attacks, where criminals seize information and demand a ransom. Small and medium-sized enterprises are preferred targets, as they generally do not have robust security measures.

To prevent your company from falling into digital traps, let's demystify the main myths about cybersecurity and present the best strategies to protect yourself.

1. “My company is small, hackers are not interested in it”

Many business owners believe that only large corporations are targets of attacks, but the reality is the opposite. Small and medium-sized enterprises are the primary targets of criminals precisely because they have less investment in digital security.

• Fact: Hackers look for gaps in smaller companies because they know that they have less protected systems and employees without adequate training on cybersecurity.

2. “Having an antivirus is enough to protect my business”

Although antivirus programs are fundamental, they do not provide complete protection against sophisticated attacks. Strategies such as ransomware and phishing exploit human errors and operational failures, going far beyond what an antivirus can prevent.

• Fact: An antivirus can prevent some known threats, but does not protect against social engineering scams, where criminals deceive employees to steal data or install viruses within the company's system.

3. “My files are safe in the cloud, I don't need to worry”

The cloud brings many advantages, but that does not mean your data is completely protected. Without proper configuration, your information may be vulnerable to unauthorized access.

• Fact: Companies that use tools like Google Drive or Dropbox without setting appropriate permissions can expose confidential documents to anyone with the sharing link.

4. “Our employees can identify phishing attempts”

Phishing is one of the most common scams and affects even companies that believe they are well prepared. Hackers use fake emails and messages to deceive employees and obtain sensitive data.

• Fact: Studies show that over 90% of cyber attacks start with a phishing email, and many employees still cannot identify fraudulent messages.

5. “Complying with the LGPD is enough to ensure the security of my data”

The General Data Protection Law (LGPD) has brought advances for information security, but complying with the law does not mean your company is protected against attacks.

• Fact: The LGPD requires companies to protect client and employee data, but does not outline specific cybersecurity strategies. Without adequate tools, your information may still be accessed by criminals.

How to avoid these problems and protect yourself?

In light of the increase in cyber attacks, it is essential that companies adopt good digital security practices. Some fundamental strategies include:

• Employee Training: Teach your team to recognize threats, such as fake emails and fraud attempts.

• Two-Factor Authentication: Implement additional security measures to prevent unauthorized access.

• Access and Permission Control: Ensure that only authorized individuals have access to critical company documents.

• Backup and Secure Storage: Keep secure copies of important files to prevent information loss.

  
  

• Constant Monitoring: Closely monitor access and activities within the company systems.

Beorange as an ally in protecting your business

Ensuring digital security does not have to be complicated. At Beorange, we help companies protect their data and strategic information with a secure and integrated platform.

What do we offer?

• Secure storage system for financial and administrative documents, protecting against leaks and unauthorized access.

• Access Control so that only authenticated users can view confidential information.

• Efficient management of internal processes, ensuring that tax, accounting, corporate, and HR documents are secure.

Don't leave your company vulnerable! Protect your data with Beorange and avoid headaches in the future.

Talk to a Beorange specialist and find out how we can protect your business!