Study Finds 50% of SMBs Have Experienced a Website Breach And 40% Are Being Attacked Monthly

Sectigo Website Security and Threat Report Reveals Vulnerabilities, Impact of Breaches, and Spending Trends for SMBs

ROSELAND, N.J., Feb. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Preventing website attacks isn't always top of mind for small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs), despite the critical role security plays in their success. A new study by Sectigo^®, the "State of Website Security and Threat Report," reveals that 20% of SMBs have experienced a breach in the past year alone, even though nearly three-fourths believe their companies are mitigating risks effectively. The new report details this perception gap, along with methods and frequency of SMB website attacks, the impact of breaches, security technologies in use, and expected website security spending for 2021.

The Sectigo State of Website Security and Threat Report is based on a global web-based survey of 1,167 website security-decision makers at companies with fewer than 500 employees. Respondents represent organizations spanning a range of industries, with a primary emphasis on technology, retail, and financial services. The survey was conducted in November 2020.

For more information, including overall study findings and key takeaways, download the full report.