The end of the year is the most vulnerable time for cyber-attacks. Hackers know businesses are busy closing accounts, understaffed, or preparing for holiday sales. That’s why December should always include a cybersecurity audit.

Here’s a simple end-of-year cybersecurity checklist to protect your business — plus how i4 Tech can help guide your team.

✅ 1. Change All Passwords

If your business hasn’t changed passwords this year, now is the time.

Strong passwords should include:

• Uppercase + lowercase
• Numbers
• Symbols
• At least 12 characters

Use password managers like LastPass or Bitwarden.

✅ 2. Activate Two-Factor Authentication

2FA reduces hacking risk by 90%.

Enable it on:

• Email
• Website admin
• Social media
• Banking apps

✅ 3. Update All Software

Outdated software is the #1 reason for cyber breaches.

Update your:

• Website plugins
• Operating systems
• Antivirus
• Browsers

i4 Tech provides website maintenance and security checks.

✅ 4. Backup Your Business Data

Use cloud backup tools:

• Google Drive
• OneDrive
• AWS S3

Store backups in at least two locations.

✅ 5. Conduct a Cybersecurity Training Session

Most attacks happen through:

• Phishing emails
• Fake links
• Social engineering

Training your team prevents costly mistakes.
i4 Tech offers beginner-friendly cybersecurity workshops.

✅ 6. Audit Website Security

Check for:

• SSL certificate
• Malware
• Outdated plugins
• Weak admin passwords

We help businesses strengthen website security.

✅ 7. Review Your Access Controls

Who has access to:

• Business emails
• Social media
• Company files
• Website backend?

Remove inactive staff logins.

Protect Your Business in 2026

Cybersecurity isn’t optional.
Begin the new year with a secure digital foundation.

👉 Book a cybersecurity audit with i4 Tech
👉 Join our cybersecurity training program
👉 Secure your business today