What Small-business Owners Need To Know About Digital Security

By Olivia Chen | NerdWallet Whether it’s to manage finances, accept payments or reach new customers, more small-business owners are optimizing their business operations with digital tools — leaving them increasingly vulnerable to digital security breaches and cyber attacks. Exposure to cyber attacks topped the list of the biggest worries small-business owners face, even surpassing concerns about inflation and other economic issues, according to a 2023 report on cybersecurity released by Hiscox, a business insurance company. The consequences of these breaches can extend beyond the initial threat, as well.