Cyber crime advice
Most attacks on small businesses start with a stolen password or a convincing email. These steps make you a much harder target.
Step 1
Turn on two-factor authentication
Even if someone has your password, they still need your approval to sign in. Microsoft Authenticator and Duo both work well.
Step 2
Use a different password for every account
Leaked passwords are widely shared. Check your email address on Have I Been Pwned and use a password manager.
Step 3
Talk to your IT provider
Ask for a security review, consider Cyber Essentials and train staff. People are often the weakest link.
Managed or pay as you go
Who checks your protection?
Managed clients are checked regularly as part of their contract. If you are on pay as you go, ask us for a security review so you know where you stand.
If something has happened
Been hit by fraud or a scam?
- Call us straight away on 01306 400 500
- Change the affected passwords from a clean device
- Report it to Report Fraud, the police service that replaced Action Fraud
- Forward suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk
