Business Cybersecurity Guide – Keep Your Company Safe

Cyberattacks don’t only target individuals — businesses of all sizes are at risk.
Small and medium-sized enterprises are often easy targets due to limited cybersecurity resources, while large corporations face the risk of losing massive amounts of data and customer trust.

Companies around the world access and store sensitive information online every day. While digital storage improves efficiency and enables employees to access data from multiple locations, it also makes that information more vulnerable to cyber threats and hacker attacks.

No matter the size of your business, cyberattacks can severely damage customer trust, lead to financial losses, and harm your reputation.

Secure business practices start with simple steps — like recognizing safe URLs while working online. For tips on how to spot trustworthy links and protect your team while browsing, check out our article How to identify a safe url – internet secure.

Below, we’ve outlined the most effective ways to protect your business data — and by extension, your entire company — from cyberattacks:

Internal Cybersecurity Policy and Employee Training

Your employees likely already lock the office, secure physical archives, and turn off devices before leaving — but they should also know how to “lock” the digital doors of your company.

Lack of basic cybersecurity awareness among staff can lead to data leaks, compromised IT systems, or even financial losses. In fact, most cyberattacks start with human error – like clicking on a phishing email or downloading malicious software.

How to protect your company:

• Organize regular cybersecurity training sessions
• Teach employees how to recognize suspicious emails and links
• Establish clear procedures for reporting cyber incidents

It’s crucial to create an internal cybersecurity policy supported by a concrete action plan. This policy should clearly define which online behaviors are acceptable — and which are strictly prohibited.

Strong Passwords and Two-Factor Authentication

Weak passwords and reusing the same password across multiple platforms can seriously compromise your company’s security. If hackers crack just one account, they could gain access to your entire system – including sensitive business data, financial records, and internal communications.

It’s estimated that over 30% of corporate data breaches occur due to weak passwords.

How to protect your business:

• Establish a strong password policy for all user accounts
• Implement two-factor authentication (2FA) across all services and apps
• Use password managers to reduce the risk of password mismanagement

Data Protection Through Regular System Backups

Data is the backbone of any modern business — from customer information to strategic plans. If your company loses access to this data due to a ransomware attack or technical failure, the consequences can be devastating. Regular system backups are a critical safeguard that ensure business continuity even in worst-case scenarios.

How to implement an effective backup strategy:

• Create regular backups – Schedule frequent backups of all critical data. A combination of local (external hard drives) and cloud-based solutions is highly recommended.
• Encrypt your backups – Make sure all backup files are encrypted to provide an extra layer of security.
• Test your backups – Periodically test backups to ensure they are functional and can be restored when needed.

In addition to backups, integrating threat detection and prevention tools (such as antivirus software and network monitoring) can help you spot and stop threats before they cause damage.

Routine maintenance of your IT systems is a vital part of cyberattack prevention. Visit our Maintenance & Support page to learn how Cubes can help keep your business secure.

Access Control – Who Really Needs Access?

One of the most common causes of data breaches is overly permissive access policies. When employees have access to information they don’t need for their specific roles, the risk of misuse or accidental error increases significantly.

How to limit access effectively:

• Implement the principle of least privilege – Ensure each employee has access only to the data and tools necessary for their job.
• Review and update access rights regularly – Especially when an employee changes roles or leaves the company.
• Use two-factor authentication (2FA) – Require 2FA for all accounts that have access to sensitive data.

This approach not only reduces the risk of unauthorized access, but also improves visibility into system activity, helping you detect and respond to potential threats more efficiently.

Cybersecurity isn’t a one-time effort — it’s a continuous process that evolves alongside technology and emerging threats. By taking these steps, you’re not just protecting your operations — you’re building trust with your clients and partners. Investing in security is an investment in the long-term stability of your business.

Cubes applies the highest industry standards in cybersecurity and provides all the necessary tools to protect your business from hackers. We also offer secure offsite data backup services, so even in the event of a cyberattack, your data remains safe and recoverable.