(00:00) Introduction
(01:15) What is Cyber Wardens?
(03:19) Cybersecurity Risk for Small Businesses
(05:11) Prevalence of Cybercrime
(06:49) Common Cyber Attacks on Small Businesses
(10:33) Red Flags and Warning Signs
(15:44) Good Cybersecurity Habits
(19:50) Cyber Wardens Training Overview
(25:13) Queensland Government/Cyber Wardens Partnership
27:35) What to do if you clicked on a Phishing Link?
(29:52) Importance of a Cyber Response Plan
(32:59) Cyber Hygiene & Ongoing Tips
(38:33) Closing Remarks
Nearly half of cybercrimes reported in Australia target small businesses and sole traders – and Queensland tops the nation for attacks. The average loss? Around $50,000 per incident. In this essential episode of Gold Coast Insider, Kimberley Roberts-Salee from the government-backed Cyber Wardens program shares practical, jargon-free advice to safeguard your business from scammers and hackers. We explore the most common attack types and how to counter them, key red flags, the #1 cyber habit to slash your risk, how AI is changing the threat landscape, and the free Cyber Wardens training available to all Queensland businesses.
Don't miss our bonus, FREE Cyber Wardens & RDA Gold Coast Webinar on Wed 12 November!
About Kimberley
As one of the Cyber Wardens program educators, Kimberley is passionate about raising awareness around the importance of small business cyber security and empowering small business owners and employees to increase their cyber resilience and learn how to stay safe online. WIth a career spanning 15 years in small businesses across industries including tourism, business events, government consultancy, aviation and professional services, she has a strong appreciation of the vital role small businesses play in their communities and the unique challenges they face.
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