The Truth About Cybersecurity Every Business Leader Should Know
17 Sept 2025Cybersecurity is surrounded by myths, and unlike harmless stories, these misconceptions can leave serious gaps in your business’s defenses. Here are five common myths—and the truth behind them.
Myth #1: It Won’t Happen to Us
Many small and medium-sized businesses believe they’re too small to be targeted. In reality, some cybercriminals focus specifically on SMBs, knowing they often lack robust security resources.
Cyberattacks affect organisations of all sizes, sectors, and regions, impacting around 80% of businesses. The global cost of cybercrime is projected to reach $9.5 trillion. While large corporations may recover, a single ransomware attack can be enough to put an SMB out of business.
No matter your size or industry, you must protect your business from cyberattacks. Always assume you’re a target—because you are.
Myth #2: If It Worked Then, It’ll Work Now
Just because your business hasn’t been breached before doesn’t mean it’s safe in the future. Technology and cybercrime are evolving rapidly, and security solutions that worked yesterday may no longer be sufficient.
The threat landscape is constantly changing. Effective cybersecurity requires continuous anticipation, adaptation, and action. If you’re not moving forward, you’re falling behind.
Myth #3: Once Secure, Always Secure
Technology—and your business—changes constantly. Every new employee, device, or software update shifts your IT environment, creating potential vulnerabilities.
Continuous monitoring and management are essential to maintaining security. Strong cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls or antivirus; it requires a holistic, proactive, and ongoing approach.
Myth #4: Business Optimization Is Incompatible with Security
Some businesses assume security slows operations, adds red tape, or increases costs. This outdated thinking frames security and efficiency as mutually exclusive.
Modern cybersecurity, however, supports optimization. Secure systems reduce risk, streamline operations, and increase predictability. In the end, security isn’t a barrier—it’s a driver of business performance, resilience, and cost-effectiveness.
Myth #5: A Strong Password Is All I Need
Strong passwords—at least 16 characters combining letters, numbers, and symbols—are important, but they’re only one piece of the puzzle. Each account and device needs a unique password. Reusing passwords puts all your accounts at risk, so using a password manager is highly recommended.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds another essential layer of protection. The few extra seconds it takes to enter a code from your phone or app are well worth it.
Even with strong passwords and MFA, other vulnerabilities remain. Partnering with a managed service provider (MSP) is a critical step in keeping your business secure.
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