NIST Launches Cybersecurity Initiative for Small Businesses


For small organizations, the current cyber threat landscape is brutal. While big-name breaches steal the headlines, small businesses suffer the most from ransomware attacks. Additionally, other studies reveal that only half of all small businesses are prepared for a cyberattack. In the face of these challenges, NIST is creating a new initiative to help. 


To help smaller organizations face the growing cyber threat, NIST recently launched its Small Business Cybersecurity Community of Interest (COI). Here’s how this new association can help your organization move forward with a cyber readiness plan today.


Small Businesses Need Cybersecurity Now


It’s far past time for small businesses to improve their cybersecurity. Consider the fact that nearly 30% of ransomware-impacted companies have only 11 to 100 employees, and over 72% of ransomware attacks affect businesses with less than 1,000 employees, as per Coveware.



The Small Business Cybersecurity COI will bring together a diverse group of companies, trade associations and other experts to share valuable insights, challenges and perspectives related to cybersecurity for small businesses. This collaboration aims to aid NIST in effectively addressing the security needs of small businesses by conducting research, encouraging collaboration and developing useful resources.


As per NIST, small organizations face a cybersecurity management dilemma. They either lack sufficient guidance tailored to their unique needs and capabilities or are flooded with excessive and complex information. This makes it difficult to know where to begin or what is most crucial for adequate security. As a result, small businesses, non-profits, educational institutions and government agencies may feel ..

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