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ESET Report: Nearly Half of UK Small Businesses Breached
Original: ESET: 49% of UK SMBs Breached, Experts Detail Fixes [2026]
Security firm ESET reports that 49% of UK small and medium-sized businesses have suffered a cyber breach, with security experts outlining practical measures companies can take to reduce risk. The findings highlight growing concern that smaller firms remain underprepared for cyberattacks despite rising threats, prompting calls for better basic protections such as staff training and stronger access controls.
Why now: The newly released ESET findings on widespread breaches among UK SMBs are drawing attention as businesses seek guidance on protection.
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- ESET: 49% of UK SMBs Breached, Experts Detail Fixes [2026] · tech-insider.org
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