Accountants, courtiers, and other tax professionals are frequently targeted by cyberattacks because of the sensitive data they handle every day. Small organizations are especially at risk, as they are often seen as easy targets by cybercriminals. Financial service providers, such as accounting firms, tax experts, credit brokers, and financial advisors, need to be particularly careful because they manage information that can be used for fraud and identity theft—both of which are highly valuable on the black market. To reduce the risk of cyberattacks and respond effectively if an incident occurs, several measures can be taken. First, controlling access to sensitive data is crucial. This includes creating a list of all data storage systems, identifying where data is stored, who can access it, and making sure access rights are properly managed, especially when employees leave the company. As Pascal Andrei, Chief Security Officer (CSO) of Airbus, has pointed out, attackers often use legitimate credentials to gain access, rather than trying to bypass technical defenses. Regular training for employees is vital for identifying phishing attempts, which often begin with seemingly innocent emails, harmful attachments, or deceptive links. Cybercriminals can now create convincing messages using artificial intelligence, making it important for employees to verify the sender's identity and report any suspicious activity they encounter. Regularly backing up data and testing these backups is essential, especially in the case of ransomware attacks. Backups should be recent, easily accessible, and able to be restored, and they should be stored separately from the main systems. These backups should also be tested regularly to ensure they work as intended. Even with strong security practices in place, it is important to anticipate potential incidents and have a clear action plan. A well-defined response plan, shared with all employees and tested regularly, allows for a more organized response when an incident occurs. This preparation helps save time and avoid mistakes during emergencies. For small businesses that may not have a dedicated IT department, deploying the right protection is essential. A comprehensive security solution should block harmful software, filter out phishing attempts, detect unusual network behavior, secure remote work, and monitor the use of credentials. Bitdefender has emphasized the need for a solution tailored to small and medium-sized businesses, offering a package that includes protection for up to 10 devices, secured file servers, email protection, unlimited VPN access, an integrated password manager, and technical support. The package also includes anti-scam protection using AI, real-time detection of suspicious activity, identity monitoring, and email filtering to stop phishing campaigns.