The Cyber Threat You May Be Missing

Who poses the biggest threat to your clients’ cybersecurity? Is it the faceless lone hacker, hunched over a keyboard in a dark room? Is it a malicious competitor looking to sabotage? Or could it be someone who shares stories at the water cooler every day?

Big cyberattacks from external hackers make big headlines. And so, many companies take precautions and set up defenses to thwart threats from outsiders.

But many business leaders tend to overlook the threats that don’t make the front page- the ones that always smile and say good morning, the ones that brought in 11 new accounts last quarter, or the ones who bake cookies for every office birthday. The insider threats. Employees. Whether intentional or by honest mistakes, employees represent significant risk to their employers.

As an MSP, if your clients fail to acknowledge the profound threats that lurk within their own halls, use the persuasive talking points in this blog to help educate them. Understanding insider threats will help your clients realize the value of the services you provide.