In a rapidly evolving virtual marketplace, where each cyber attack costs small and medium sized businesses an average of nearly $200,000, business owners must vigilantly protect against information security risks. As larger companies take steps to secure their systems, less secure small businesses can be easier targets for criminals. In October 2012, FCC re-launched Small Biz Cyber Planner 2.0, an online resource to help small businesses create customized cybersecurity plans. Use this tool to create and save a custom cyber security plan for your company.

Create your custom planning guide now: http://www.fcc.gov/cyberplanner

The FCC’s Cybersecurity Hub at http://www.fcc.gov/cyberforsmallbiz has more information, including links to free and low-cost security tools.