Cyber Made Simple — week 19 2026-05-04

What happened this week

Cyber threats to small businesses were in the spotlight this week, with fresh guidance covering everything from phishing and ransomware to social engineering and website security. The message across all of it is consistent: most attacks succeed because of simple, fixable gaps — weak passwords, no backups, and staff who haven't been shown what to look out for.

Top picks

• Common Cyber Threats Faced by Small Businesses — A clear rundown of the threats most likely to affect you, with practical steps for each one. If you read nothing else this week, start here.
• Protecting Your Business Website: A Practical Guide — Your website is often the first thing attackers go after. This guide walks you through the essentials in plain English, no technical knowledge needed.
• Social Engineering: What It Is and How to Protect Your Small Business — Criminals don't always hack systems — sometimes they just ring up and ask nicely. Learn the tricks they use and how to spot them before it's too late.
• Why Public and Private Sectors Must Work Together on Cybersecurity — A useful reminder that even if you're never directly attacked, a breach elsewhere in your supply chain can still knock your business sideways.

What to do next

Pick one account your business relies on — your email, your accounting software, or your website login — and switch on multi-factor authentication (MFA) today. It takes about five minutes and immediately makes that account far harder for an attacker to break into, even if your password is ever stolen.