Should SMEs Bother with Ethical Hacking? by Alexandre Francois

Big businesses started small. That thought has been a constant source of inspiration for SMEs as they continue striving to grow. But the way up is littered with challenges. For one, cyber threats like hacking have become so rampant that even everyday workplace sources like mobile gadgets can be the object of attack.

In light of its possible disastrous effect, many will be surprised to learn that hacking can actually be used for a good purpose — called ethical hacking. Let me show you how such a practice can help business owners survive and stay competitive in the unforgiving landscape of the Web.

It’s Clever and Proactive

Ethical hacking is one of today’s most effective methods for keeping a business protected against cyberattacks and malware — like pharming and computer worms to name a few. The idea is to deliberately hack a computer system using real-world attack scenarios to find out its weak spots and vulnerabilities, and there could be plenty which a small business couldn’t afford to overlook.

For example, if you receive personally identifiable information (PII) during the course of a business transaction, or use a content management system, you might be at risk. Not updating or troubleshooting software can open up security holes. Weak passwords are an open....

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