Think Like a Burglar: Why Most UK Businesses Are Easy Targets for Cybercrime
What would a burglar look for if they wanted to break into your house?
Unlocked doors. Weak windows. No cameras. No alarm system.
Now think about your business’s digital environment. How secure is it really?
As cyber attacks surge across the UK—especially targeting small and mid-sized organisations—it’s more important than ever to think like the enemy. What are they seeing in your IT environment? And what can you do to stop them?
SysGroup’s Unified Zero Trust Security Framework helps you look at your digital infrastructure as a Secure Digital House—and secure it like one.
Here’s what the burglars are looking for (and how to stop them):
1. Open Doors: Weak Identity Protection
Compromised credentials are still the #1 cause of breaches. If attackers can log in like an employee, they don’t need to hack anything.
CyberArk closes those doors by managing and securing privileged accounts. It uses AI to detect unusual access patterns and can lock accounts before an attack escalates.
2. Flimsy Windows: Unsafe Cloud & App Access
Many businesses moved fast to cloud-based systems—but didn’t lock down how employees connect to them. That’s a goldmine for attackers.
Zscaler secures these access points with dynamic Zero Trust policies. It continuously evaluates the user, device, and connection before allowing access—like a smart window that shuts tight the moment something looks off.
3. No Safe: Weak Data Protection & Recovery
Even when you defend well, attackers might still breach your systems. That’s why recovery is non-negotiable.
Rubrik provides ransomware-proof backups and fast recovery solutions, acting as your digital safe. Even if files are encrypted or deleted by attackers, your critical data stays untouched and instantly restorable.
4. No Blueprint: No Clarity on Risks
You can’t fix what you can’t see. Many SMBs have gaps in their defences—and don’t even know it.
SysGroup’s Cyber Maturity Assessment and Identity Security Maturity Assessment give you visibility and direction. They’re free tools designed to help you prioritise the right actions—before attackers strike.
Bonus: AI is Watching Your House, Too
Modern tools like CyberArk, Zscaler, and Rubrik are increasingly AI-powered—using machine learning to detect threats in real time, automate decisions, and accelerate response. You’re not just building walls—you’re giving them eyes and brains.
Final Thoughts
Attackers think like burglars. So should you. If you wouldn’t leave your home wide open, don’t leave your digital business that way.
It’s time to build a Secure Digital House, and SysGroup—along with CyberArk, Zscaler, and Rubrik—can help you do just that.
Join our webinar on 10 July at 1pm GMT to start securing your digital house the right way.
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