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Is your business prepared for a cyber attack?

14th Jul 2025
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Is your business prepared for a cyber attack?

Cyber attacks continue to be a serious risk for small businesses, with impacts that can be both financial and reputational.

Leeann Ellison, Managing Director of HealthCare Connected, thought she was cyber-aware. But after opening a seemingly harmless PDF attachment, cybercriminals gained access to her email account. Over two months, they monitored her inbox, then used her identity to send fraudulent invoices to clients, resulting in financial loss and a breach of trust.

Learn more about Leeann’s experience: Watch the video

The Small Business Cyber Resilience Service, funded by the Australian Government and delivered by IDCARE, offers free expert support to help small businesses prepare for and recover from cyber incidents.

Support includes:

  • Cyber health checks and personalised advice
  • Technical assistance to remove malware and restore systems
  • Case management and ongoing recovery support
  • Wellbeing services to support those affected by the emotional impact of cybercrime
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