Ransomware Monday: Patch Up or Pay Up - Software Updates Improve Small Business Cybersecurity

Spooky Cybersecurity Awareness October!

10/10/2025 (c)Larisa Breton All Rights Reserved - No portion of this content may be copied or reproduced without express permission & attribution.

Unpatched software vulnerabilities are exploited in 60% of ransomware attacks, says the 2025 Varonis Cybersecurity Report. Keeping software updated closes easy hacker entry points!

You are a SHERO — Small-business Harnessing & Empowered by Real-life Opportunity — and ensuring YOU stay in control of your company's online operations means YOU stay in business to continue thriving!.

Let's Go:

1. Enable automatic updates on your software and devices.

2. Regularly check and update critical business software.

3. Remove software you no longer use.

   Closing update gaps keeps attackers out!

No tech skills needed to get started.

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