Many businesses assume they’re protected because they haven’t experienced a breach. But cyber risks are not visible most of the time until there’s a financial loss, legal exposure, or reputational damage.

Unsecured systems, expired domains, or misconfigured email settings can go unnoticed for months, sometimes years. Most SMBs only discover issues after an incident has already occurred.

Review the Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report, which shows that a large percentage of breaches involve small businesses, often due to preventable gaps.

An instant Cyber Essentials Health Check looks at your public-facing digital footprint, helping you identify overlooked vulnerabilities before they become problems. Here’s what a simple scan can reveal:

• Misaligned email security protocols
• Outdated software or weak encryption
• Public exposure of critical services
• Missing protections that can get you blacklisted

A cyber health check is the foundation for responsible business operations and a signal to customers that you take protection seriously.

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Proactive visibility is cheaper and safer than reacting to a breach. Run a free Cyber Essentials Health Check and expose hidden gaps before attackers do.