Cybercrime is no longer a distant threat as it’s a daily reality for Australian businesses, with one incident reported every six minutes (Source: Cybercrime in Australia 2024 Statistical Report). Imagine discovering a $50,000 invoice was paid to a fraudulent account. This is the reality of Business Email Compromise. From identity theft and online fraud to ransomware, the threat landscape is becoming more sophisticated and relentless.
By understanding the types of threats and implementing robust protection strategies, businesses can safeguard their data, reputation, and operations.
Common Types of Cyber Attacks
- Identity Fraud – 26% of individuals affected, often via phishing and data breaches.
- Online Shopping & Banking Fraud – 15% and 12% respectively.
- Business Email Compromise (BEC) – Over $84 million in losses, with an average cost of $55,000 per incident.
- Ransomware & Data Extortion – 11% of incidents, often targeting critical infrastructure and SMEs.
These threats are not just statistics as they represent real risks to your operations, reputation, and bottom line.
How to Stay Protected
Whether you’re an individual or a business, cyber security is not “set and forget.” Here are key steps recommended by the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC):
- Enable Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) on all accounts.
- Use long, unique passphrases and consider a password manager.
- Turn on automatic updates for all software and devices.
- Back up important files regularly.
- Be alert for phishing attempts by verifying suspicious messages before clicking.
- Develop and test a cyber incident response plan.
How USEZER Helps Businesses Stay
Protected
Cybersecurity can feel complex, but protecting your business doesn’t have to be. At USEZER, we make it simple to understand your risks and take action.
With over 7 years of experience supporting SMBs, Not-for-Profits, and enterprise organisations, we help teams build resilience and reduce risk through practical, outcome-driven services:
- Security Operations Centre (SOC): Detect threats before they disrupt your business, with real-time monitoring and expert support.
- Security & Risk Consulting: Gain a clear picture of your vulnerabilities and compliance gaps, and a roadmap to strengthen your defences.
- Managed Services: Stay secure without stretching internal resources.
- Project Delivery: Accelerate transformation with expert-led cyber uplift programs, infrastructure upgrades, and cloud security initiatives.
- Change & Adoption Support: Equip your staff with the knowledge and habits to stay safe online and make the most of your technology investments.
- Data & Integration Services: Connect your systems securely and gain visibility across your digital environment to support smarter decisions.
Whether you’re responding to a recent incident, planning a cyber uplift, or simply want to understand your current risk posture, USEZER is here to help.
Cyber threats are evolving, but so are the tools and strategies to defend against them. Partnering with a trusted provider like USEZER means you don’t have to navigate it alone.
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