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Key incident response steps to defend small businesses against email compromise

Most modern businesses manage client negotiations, invoices, and vendor agreements through digital channels. While these tools speed up operations and cut overheads, cybercriminals frequently target them to intercept workflows and steal money. Business email compromise is now one of the most lucrative tactics for international fraud rings. Attackers skip malware entirely, relying instead on spoofed emails and social engineering to trick busy accounts teams into altering payment details. Establish strong internal controls and clear response routines to protect your capital and preserve client trust.

Incident Response Is No Longer About Response Alone. It's About Resilience.

Kroll Named in Forrester Cybersecurity Incident Response Services Landscape as It Launches Enhanced Retainer. An organization’s ability to respond to a cyber incident depends on decisions made long before an incident occurs. Investigating a breach, containing a threat and meeting legal and regulatory requirements remain essential. But effective incident response must also support a broader business objective: long-term resilience.