Most attacks on small businesses start with a fake message: an email, SMS or LINE message that seems to come from a bank, a delivery company, a supplier or even your own boss.
Most common scams
- Fake delivery notice with a link to "reschedule".
- Fake invoice from a known supplier.
- Bank account change: "we changed banks, pay into this account".
- Fake login page for Microsoft 365, Google or a bank to steal passwords.
- Urgent message from the "boss" asking for a transfer or gift cards.
Warning signs
- Urgency or threats ("your account will be blocked today").
- A sender or link address that is slightly off.
- Requests for passwords, codes or unusual payments.
- Unexpected attachments.
What really protects you
- Two-step verification on email and key accounts.
- A phone-confirmation rule for payments and bank account changes.
- Email on your own domain, properly configured.
- Short, frequent training in each employee's language.
- A way to report clicks on something suspicious, without fear of blame.
How KGA IT helps
- Security assessment: from ¥15,000.
- System management: from ¥10,000/month.
- Business IT plan: ¥49,800/month, with 24-hour emergency support.
Prices include tax. See the pricing page. KGA IT is based in Kosai, Shizuoka, and trains teams in 9 languages.
Contact KGA IT
The consultation is free with no obligation. Reach us through the contact page, LINE or WhatsApp.