A lot of small and medium-sized businesses are willing to break the law in order to save money. Our advice? Think twice before doing so!Right now, the most popular types of pirated software are project management tools, and marketing and sales software. But over half of business owners say they’d even consider using illegal cyber security software in an effort to save money.
But, we’re here to tell you NOT to do it.
Pirated software is unsupported. That means if you have a problem with it, there's no one available to rectify the issue. This can lead to bigger problems for your business.
When cybercriminals use pirated software to distribute malware, they can evade firewalls, which means they can spread malicious files beyond your device to your entire network. This can lead to your sensitive data being compromised or stolen.
If you fall victim to a cyber attack, it can cost a lot of money to fix the problem. This can also damage your devices, causing them to slow down and overheat.
That is why we advise clients to be careful when purchasing software at a bargain price. The old adage "if it seems too good to be true, it probably is" definitely applies here.
Remember: you can do more. You could prevent unauthorized employees from downloading applications that could be harmful by managing admin rights properly, and ensuring the whole team has regular cyber security awareness training.
We can help you find the software solution you need for your business, or help you create an effective cybersecurity plan. Contact us.