In an era of rapid technological evolution, our professional and personal landscapes have undergone a remarkable transformation. However, with these advancements comes an ever-growing threat of cybercrime. As Australia emerges as a prime target for cyber criminals, the stakes for small businesses have never been higher. In 2023, the Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) reported a 14% increase in the average cost of a cyber-attack on small businesses, reaching a staggering $46,000.

As a small business owner, it’s crucial to stay ahead of the curve and fortify your business against these cyber threats. Join us for a workshop on Cyber Security Basics for Small Business – an essential guide for EVERY business owner to protect their enterprise from potential cyber-security threats.

What to Expect:

Insights into Current Threats: Understand the specific cyber threats targeting businesses in Australia.

Real-Life Case Studies: Learn from local businesses’ experiences and discover actionable strategies.

Spotting Phishing Emails: Arm yourself with the knowledge to identify and combat phishing attempts.

Social Engineering Unveiled: Explore how hackers exploit human vulnerabilities and gain practical defenses.

Top Five Protective Measures: Discover the essential measures to shield your business from cyber threats.

Response Strategies: Learn the immediate actions to take if your business falls victim to a cyber-attack.

Don’t miss this opportunity to empower yourself with the tools and knowledge needed to secure your small business in today’s digital landscape. Act now to safeguard your business against cyber threats!

Presenter: Caitriona Forde

Duration: 2 hours

This Cyber Security Essentials workshop is designed as an educational session for small business owners and non-technical participants looking to improve their understanding of cyber safety and practical protections for their business.

To ensure a supportive and inclusive learning environment, we kindly ask that all participants respect the learning needs of others.

This session is not intended for IT professionals or those with advanced cybersecurity expertise. While we value the contributions of all attendees, technical deep-dives, off-topic questions, or discussions that may intimidate or discourage others from participating will not be appropriate during this session.

If you're an IT professional or run your own IT services business, we ask that you attend in the spirit of support, not instruction. Your cooperation helps us keep the space open, welcoming, and valuable for those still building their cyber confidence.

We reserve the right to manage disruptive behaviour to maintain a positive experience for everyone.

This workshop is presented as part of the Digital Solutions Program in Partnership with the City of Stirling & the City of Joondalup.

Please note by continuing the registration process you acknowledge and agree your information will be shared with the Commonwealth Department of the Treasury and the Commonwealth Department of Industry, Science, and Resources for program evaluation and reporting purposes.

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