Do Small Businesses Need a Firewall? What You Need to Know
Cyber attacks don’t only target large corporations — in fact, 43% of all cyber attacks target small businesses, and 60% of small businesses that suffer a major cyber attack go out of business within 6 months. A firewall is your first line of defense, and every business with an internet connection needs one.
What Does a Firewall Do?
A firewall monitors and controls incoming and outgoing network traffic based on security rules. It blocks unauthorized access to your network, prevents malware from communicating with outside servers, and creates a security perimeter around your business systems and data.
Managed vs. Self-Managed Firewalls
Most small businesses lack the expertise to properly configure and maintain a firewall. Vivant’s managed network service includes enterprise-grade firewall management — we handle configuration, updates, monitoring, and incident response so you can focus on your business.