SIFMA Announces Cybersecurity Resources for Small Firms

SIFMA Announces Cybersecurity Resources for Small Firms:

Cyber attacks, a real threat to our economic and national security, do not discriminate based on firm size: cybersecurity firm Symantec reports that in 2012, 31% of all cyber attacks targeted businesses with fewer than 250 employees, up from 18% in 2011. Every market participant bears the responsibility to vigilantly protect our financial markets from these very real threats. SIFMA has prepared a resource guide to assist small financial firms in efficiently and effectively taking on proper cybersecurity measures, complementing the significant work already undertaken by the financial industry.  Cybersecurity for Small Firms