Cyber Attacks on Retail Giants: Essential Lessons for All Businesses

The recent cyber attacks on major UK retailers show that no business is completely safe from cyber threats, even large, seemingly well-prepared ones. These attacks were likely to have involved social engineering, where hackers trick staff into revealing login details.

What is the key lesson for your business?  People, not just passwords, are your first line of defence. It’s important to review your password reset procedures, especially for those with access to sensitive information, and ensure your team is trained to recognise suspicious requests.

Small businesses can be especially vulnerable, so using multi-factor authentication, monitoring unusual logins, and keeping staff well informed about potential scams is vital.

Cybersecurity isn’t just an IT issue.  It is a responsibility for the whole business. Now is the time to ask yourself: Could this happen to us?

More information on how to protect your business can be found here:  https://www.ncsc.gov.uk/collection/small-business-guide