Cyber security is more important than ever. Vast numbers of small and family businesses are being compromised and, in some cases, profoundly damaged by scams and cyber-attacks every year.
Our check list provides some simple steps to help small businesses and family enterprises avoid or reduce the impact of cyber security incidents.
Cyber security checklist
- 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
- Know who has access to your data
Cyber security resources
Australian Competition & Consumer Commission
The , ScamWatch website is a helpful resource to access information and steps to take if you have been scammed:
Australian Cyber Security Centre
The has dedicated resources for small businesses:
- to help small businesses protect themselves from the most common cyber security incidents
- If you think you’ve been affected by a cybercrime, this resource is here to help,
- to help businesses secure their systems and data.
Australian Signals Directorate
The that can help businesses take steps to strengthen their cyber defences. The tool is a free and anonymous 5-minute self-assessment, made up of simple questions. It provides small businesses with tailored action plans with customised advice to improve 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.
Cyber Wardens
The is funded by the Australian Government to provide small business owners and employees with free, easy to use online training to identify, prevent and protect against cyber threats.
Department of Home Affairs
The is a free online tool that introduces stakeholders to the simple steps they can take to build cyber awareness.
Digital Solutions
The helps small businesses harness opportunities and grow in the digital economy.
Small businesses can access up to 4 hours of one-on-one digital advice from a qualified and experienced business adviser for a small fee. Small businesses can also access free workshops, webinar presentations and self-directed tutorials.
IDCare
operates the free Small Business Cyber Resilience Service. The service is tailored to your requirements through a one-on-one support approach for small businesses and sole traders to build their cyber resilience and recover from a cyber incident.
The Small Business Cyber Resilience Service can help with:
- recovering from a cyber or privacy related incident, including email and account compromise
- respond to hacking and ransomware
- assess and offer advice to help reduce your risks.