There's No Flying Under The Radar: Why Small Businesses Should Get Smart About Information Security

The latest publication by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), entitled "Small Business Information Security: The Fundamentals," aims to promote and assist small businesses in their efforts to manage information security risks. Written by Celia Paulsen and Patricia Toth, the report speaks directly to the needs of growing businesses and suggests that the security of information, systems, and networks should be a top priority. Overall, the report explains some of the security issues unique to small businesses and offers a guideline for safeguarding information to help those businesses thrive. Below are several key takeaways from the report.

Small Businesses are Particularly Vulnerable