Even robust and highly structured institutions are prone to cyber attacks, small businesses are even more exposed. A recent example was confirmed by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, classifying the action against the federal courts system as “sophisticated and persistent” earlier this month. The occurrence reinforces an important alert: cybercrimes are not limited to large corporations and often target smaller businesses with fewer protection resources.
According to José Miguel, pre-sales manager at Unentel, the false sense of security is one of the biggest risks for small businesses currently. “Many believe that digital criminals are only interested in large companies, but the truth is that smaller businesses are targeted precisely because they are more vulnerable,” he states.
In Brazil, the numbers show the risk is real. In the first quarter of 2025 alone, on average, more than 2.6 thousand attacks per company were recorded each week, according to the Check Point Research report, a 21% increase compared to the same period the year before. In Latin America, the growth was even more pronounced: 108%.
Today, having data protection measures and operations is basic for any business operating in the digital environment. An attack can bring down systems, compromise customer relationships, and generate losses capable of threatening the company’s continuity. Therefore, investing in cybersecurity is acting responsibly with a long-term vision.
“It’s time to see cybersecurity as an essential pillar for the survival and sustainable growth of small businesses. Ignoring this is like leaving the door open, hoping no one notices,” concludes José Miguel.
