Did you know?
- 95% of cyberattacks are caused by human error. (IBM)
- 43% of small businesses have no cybersecurity plan. (Verizon)
- Hackers attack every 39 seconds—are you protected? (University of Maryland)
Common Security Blunders (& Quick Fixes)
1️⃣ Using Weak Passwords ❌
- “Password123” won’t cut it. Hackers brute-force easy logins in seconds.
✅ Fix: Use a 12+ character mix of letters, numbers & symbols. Try a password manager like Bitwarden or 1Password.
2️⃣ Ignoring Software Updates ❌
- Outdated plugins/themes = #1 entry point for WordPress hacks.
✅ Fix: Enable auto-updates or check for updates weekly.
3️⃣ No Backups ❌
- 60% of small companies shut down within 6 months of a cyberattack. (National Cyber Security Alliance)
✅ Fix: Schedule automated backups (daily/weekly). Use UpdraftPlus (WordPress) or cloud backups like Backblaze.
4️⃣ Skipping SSL Certificates ❌
- Google marks HTTP sites as “Not Secure”—scaring visitors away.
✅ Fix: Install a free SSL via Let’s Encrypt or your hosting provider.
5️⃣ No Firewall or Malware Scans ❌
- Malware can lurk for months before you notice.
✅ Fix: Use Wordfence (WordPress) or Cloudflare’s firewall. Run weekly scans.
🚨 BONUS: 2FA Saves Lives (Well, Websites)
- 99% of account hacks could be stopped with Two-Factor Authentication (2FA). (Microsoft)
✅ Enable 2FA now—try Google Authenticator or Authy.
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