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Firms, Nonprofits Can Learn to Protect Themselves From Cyberattacks46 sec read

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Daniel R. Pascale

Dan Pascale, Brian Gillam, & Trevor McGuinness

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Cyberattacks can be costly for any organization, regardless of size, yet many small and mid-sized law firms and nonprofits are unaware of just how expensive a breach can be. “No one is too small for hackers to target,” said Brian Gillam, COO of the ancillary business units of Cozen O’Connor, at a recent Pennsylvania Bar Institute webinar.

Cyberattacks can be costly for any organization, regardless of size, yet many small and mid-sized law firms and nonprofits are unaware of just how expensive a breach can be. “No one is too small for hackers to target,” said Brian Gillam, COO of the ancillary business units of Cozen O’Connor, at a recent Pennsylvania Bar Institute webinar.

This article delves into the hidden risks organizations face, from phishing scams to sophisticated ransomware attacks, and how proactive measures—such as multifactor authentication, cybersecurity training, and internal phishing tests—can prevent devastating breaches. Real-world examples demonstrate the consequences of neglecting cybersecurity, with some firms losing hundreds of thousands of dollars due to compromised accounts and lax security protocols.

To read the full article and learn more about how to protect your organization from cyber threats, click here.

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