Cyber security is more important than ever β it can help protect your business, customers and information. Even the smallest cyber incident can have devastating impacts, from financial loss to business disruption and damage to customer trust.
Cyber security checklist
Here are some simple steps you can take to help avoid or reduce the impact of cyber incidents on your business:
- Enable multi-factor authentication
- Change passwords frequently
- Turn on automatic software updates
- Regularly back up your files and devices
- Consider using eInvoicing and Pay ID
- Talk to your staff about cyber security
- Regularly review who has access to your business data.
Cyber security resources
Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
provides helpful information about protecting your business from scams and finding support if you have been scammed. You can also read to learn more about common scams and warning signs.
Australian Cyber Security Centre
The Australian Cyber Security Centreβs has a range of dedicated resources to support small businesses with managing cyber security.
The provides practical tips to help protect your business from common cyber security threats and incidents.
You can also complete the free , an anonymous, 5-minute self-assessment that provides a tailored action plan and advice to help improve your cyber security.
Australian Taxation Office
The has complied a range of free resources and tips to keep your business and client data safe from cyber criminals.
Digital Solutions
The program provides advice to help your business use digital tools and participate in the digital economy. For a small fee, eligible businesses can access up to 4 hours of one-on-one advice from an experienced business adviser. You can also access a range of free workshops, webinars and self-directed tutorials.
IDCARE
βs Small Business Cyber Resilience Service provides free and tailored support to help you strengthen your businessβs cyber resilience and recover from cyber incidents.