You’re on their list—and you don’t even know it.
Cybercriminals aren’t just going after the big names anymore. Today, medium-sized businesses are smack in the middle of the bullseye. Why? Because you’re just the right size to have something valuable—and just small enough to assume you’re not a target.
That’s a dangerous mix.
If you’ve ever thought, “We’re too small to worry about cybersecurity,” you’ve just said the hacker’s favorite phrase.
Why Hackers Love Medium-Sized Businesses
- Just enough data to make it worth it
You have customer records, employee data, payment info, intellectual property, maybe even vendor access to bigger clients. That’s gold for a hacker. - Less likely to have strong defenses
You probably have some cybersecurity tools—but not the full setup an enterprise would. Hackers know that, and they’re betting you won’t catch the breach in time (if at all). - You’re a backdoor into bigger companies
If you work with larger organizations, you may be their weakest link. Hackers love to get in through the side door—and that side door might be you. - You’re more likely to pay up
Mid-sized companies can’t afford prolonged downtime or reputational damage. Ransomware attackers know that. When your business is on the line, they’re betting you’ll pay fast to make it go away.
Real Talk: Your Business Is at Risk
Let’s not sugarcoat it. A cyberattack on your business could mean:
- Days (or weeks) of downtime
- Lost revenue
- Permanent data loss
- Damaged client trust
- Legal or compliance nightmares
And in the worst-case scenario? A breach could shut your doors for good.
But here’s the good news: You don’t have to be the next target.
How to Not Be Their Next Victim
- Stop relying on “just an antivirus.”
A single software tool won’t cut it anymore. You need layered security—firewalls, threat detection, endpoint protection, and employee training. Yes, all of it. - Educate your people
Most breaches start with human error. One click on a fake invoice, one reused password, one “urgent” email from the fake CEO—and boom, you’re breached. Train your team regularly and test them often. - Patch like your business depends on it (because it does)
Outdated systems and unpatched software are like leaving your front door wide open. Regular updates are your first line of defense. Don’t ignore them. - Lock down access
Not everyone needs admin rights. Use role-based permissions, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and zero trust principles. Trust no one until they’re verified. - Back it up like a pro
Having backups is one thing. Testing them is another. Make sure your data is backed up securely—and regularly—so if ransomware hits, you don’t have to pay to get your stuff back. - Have an incident response plan (before you need it)
Don’t wait for a crisis to figure out what to do. Know who to call, what systems to shut down, and how to keep operations running if the worst happens.
Where PCS Comes In
We get it. You’re running a business—not a cybersecurity firm. That’s where PCS steps in.
We help medium-sized businesses like yours:
- Build strong cybersecurity foundations
- Monitor threats 24/7
- Respond to incidents in real time
- Train your team to be your first line of defense
- Stay compliant and ahead of emerging risks
You don’t have to do this alone. And you definitely don’t have to wait for a breach to take cybersecurity seriously.
The Bottom Line
Hackers are counting on you to do nothing.
They hope you’ll think you’re too small.
They hope you’ll put off updates.
They hope you won’t notice the red flags.
Don’t make their job easier.
PCS is here to help you take control of your cybersecurity before someone else does it for you.
Start with a Free Network Assessment