When most people think of cybersecurity risks, they envision large corporations or government agencies as the main targets. While those are the most lucrative prospects, they are also the most difficult. In actuality, most hackers are opportunists who are only interested in making quick gains. Small businesses have money and data, making them a low-risk, high-reward target. According to a 2018 analysis by Hiscox, cyber-related events cost small businesses an average of $34,604 per year, and just 52% of small businesses have a cybersecurity strategy. The good news is that even the most basic cybersecurity measures are sufficient to deter the vast majority of would-be hackers. When confronted with major barriers, cybercriminals would rather move on to a less difficult target than attempt to overcome them. Of course, things aren't always so straightforward. To catch small business owners off guard, hackers are continuously changing their tactics and discovering new ways. Keep your c...