MSPs: Are You Ready for a Cyber Attack?

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Solutions Engineer @ Pax8 | Cyber Security Officer @ CSP

I talk to MSPs all the time about their cybersecurity, and I keep coming back to a single, chilling thought: "If a serious attack hit tomorrow, how many would survive, and at what cost?" Many MSPs claim to be proactive, but for too many they just get stuck in the comfort of a break-fix cycle.   I've seen it firsthand. Ransomware hits, and the only plan is an old backup and a prayer. Weeks of cleanup follow, the client's business suffers, and the partnership, or the entire business, is gone. Being proactive isn't just a buzzword, it's a matter of business survival. It allows us to minimise risk and cover our bases.   Here are three critical steps to start moving in the right direction:   ▪️ Follow a Framework: Stop simply adding tools. Adopt a recognised security framework like SMB1001, CIS, NIST, or ISO 27001. A framework provides a structured, strategic path to build a robust program that allows you to break away from being reactive. Find one that works for you and your clients.   ▪️ Secure Your Own House First: You are a high-value target to threat actors. You can't offer cybersecurity value to clients if you aren't doing it yourself.   ▪️ Have a Tested Plan: A good incident response plan is the difference between a crisis and a catastrophe. Test it regularly and stay on top of it.   Let's stop hoping we don't get hit and start building a defence that ensures we can withstand an attack. Your business and your clients depend on it.

Craig McDonald

Protecting Microsoft 365 from AI Email Threats Before User Impact | Endorsed by Microsoft - Satya Nadella | Trusted by Global Brands | 5,500+ clients like Porsche | AI Email Security

1w

Great insights, Luca. Emphasizing the importance of a recognized security framework is crucial. It helps MSPs shift from a reactive approach to a proactive mindset, significantly minimizing risk. Asserting the value of testing incident response plans regularly is also key to ensuring readiness and resilience against cyber threats.

Kaushal Sutaria

Entrepreneur, Founder & C.E.O. | Quality, Infosec, GRC, ISO Enthusiast

2w

Great insights, Luca! Proactivity in cybersecurity is indeed crucial. Implementing a robust framework like ISO 27001 can significantly enhance an organization’s defense mechanisms against threats. Moreover, having a tested incident response plan can mean the difference between a controlled response and a major disruption. Thanks for sharing these valuable steps! 🚀

Elliot Seeto

Harmony SASE Channel Manager APAC

22h

I hope people listen to this warning

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Mike Reid

Executive Coach | MSP Community fanatic | Dad | Drummer

2w

Well said: "Hope is not a strategy"...

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