Three Major Brands Hacked Over the Summer
A Lesson for Small Businesses
Three major brands were hacked this summer. In just the past few months United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI), Aflac, and Jaguar Land Rover all reported major cyber incidents. Each attack disrupted operations, exposed sensitive data, or brought production lines to a halt.
These weren’t small businesses. They’re well-funded global brands with entire teams dedicated to cybersecurity. Yet attackers still found their way in. If organizations of this size can be disrupted, what does that mean for small and mid-sized businesses with fewer defenses?
Three Lessons from Recent Attacks
- Supply Chains Can Stall: UNFI’s attack left shelves empty and operations scrambling. For smaller distributors and retailers, a similar breach could shut down order systems overnight.
- Data Is a Target: Aflac’s breach exposed Social Security numbers and health records. For small businesses that store customer data, one phishing email could lead to a compliance and reputation nightmare.
- Operations Can Freeze: Jaguar Land Rover saw global production grind to a halt. For smaller manufacturers, even a short disruption could cost thousands in lost revenue.
A Warning for Small Businesses
Cybercriminals don’t just chase Fortune 500 companies. They know smaller businesses are often easier to breach and quicker to pay. Unlike large enterprises, small businesses typically lack deep pockets, cyber insurance cushions, or large recovery teams. One incident can be financially devastating.
Stay Resilient With Nevtec
At Nevtec, we help you build a security posture that’s sized for your business but strong enough to stand up to today’s threats. That means:
- Proactive monitoring to stop attacks before they spread.
- Backup and recovery planning so downtime doesn’t derail you.
- Patch management to close vulnerabilities.
- User training to keep phishing from slipping through.
- Incident response playbooks so you know what to do if the worst happens.
Don’t Wait for the Next Headline
Big brands might make the news when they get hacked, but small businesses pay the bigger price. The time to prepare isn’t after an attack, it’s now.
👉 Schedule a Cyber Resilience Review with Nevtec to identify your vulnerabilities and build a clear plan to keep your business secure and resilient.
A Flight of Local Whiskey Paired with Cyber Threats
Join me for an exclusive, in-person cybersecurity and whiskey pairing event at 10th Street Distillery in San Jose. We’ll explore five critical cyber threats, each paired with a unique craft whiskey, and discuss practical security strategies in a memorable setting.
This is a conversation for Bay Area business leaders who understand that protecting a company can be both serious and engaging. Due to the VIP accommodations, we have Very Limited Seating.
What you’ll experience:
- A curated flight of five whiskeys from 10th Street Distillery.
- Expert insights from global cybersecurity leader Sophos.
- Networking, gourmet appetizers, and a VIP gift bag.
Event Details:
- When: Thursday, October 23rd, 3:00 – 6:00 PM
- Where: 10th Street Distillery, San Jose
- Cost: Complimentary (limited to 25 attendees)
Ready to make cybersecurity unforgettable? I look forward to seeing you there.
