Cyber Hub
If you’re a small business assuming cyber attacks won’t target you, you may already be at risk.
Cyber attacks are no longer a distant, big‑business problem, they’re a daily threat to small organisations across the UK. With half of UK businesses reporting a cyber breach in the last year and phishing making up the majority of attacks on small firms, the risk is real and rising. Strong cybersecurity isn’t optional anymore; it’s now a fundamental part of protecting your business, your customers, and your revenue. Here’s why it matters now more than ever:
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| Cyber Essentials blocks around 80% of attacks | Cyber attacks do target small businesses |
| The certification focuses on five core technical controls that the National Cyber Security Centre states would prevent roughly 80% of common cyber threats. That’s measurable, proven protection, not marketing spin. | Half of UK businesses experienced a cyber attack or breach last year, and for small businesses, a huge 84% of incidents began with phishing. You’re not “too small to hack” you’re statistically more vulnerable. |
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| You may be losing out on contracts without it | A single breach costs thousands |
| Cyber Essentials is becoming a standard requirement for government contracts and increasingly across supply chains. Without it, you may be unintentionally ruling yourself out of valuable opportunities without even realising. | Recovery, downtime, lost productivity, and reputational damage quickly add up and none of that is recoverable. One attack can cost far more than preventative security ever will. |
Iasme
Cyber Essentials is the UK Government–backed cyber security certification, delivered by IASME in partnership with the National Cyber Security Centre. It provides organisations with an annually renewable baseline standard of protection against the most common online threats, built around five proven technical controls. The scheme helps businesses strengthen their security, demonstrate trust to customers, and meet growing supply‑chain and government contract requirements. IASME also offers free preparation tools, resources, and support to help organisations get certified through either a self‑led or supported route
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Cyber Essentials offers organisations a simple, government‑backed way to protect themselves against the most common cyber threats. By implementing five proven technical controls, businesses can significantly reduce their vulnerability to attacks, demonstrate their commitment to security, and access new contract opportunities. IASME’s guide breaks down the key benefits—from reducing cyber‑risk and enhancing customer trust to unlocking insurance incentives and meeting supplier requirements
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