Why SMEs Can No Longer Rely on Just Anti-Virus Protection in 2025

Traditional antivirus can’t handle today’s cyber threats. Modern attacks are faster, smarter, and often bypass outdated AV systems — making SMEs highly vulnerable.

1. Why Antivirus Is No Longer Enough

• Ransomware now disables or bypasses AV.

• Phishing tricks employees — antivirus cannot stop fake emails or login pages.

• Insider/accidental threats (unsafe downloads, USB devices) go undetected.

• Zero-day & fileless attacks don’t leave files for AV to scan.

AV only reacts after an attack has already started — too late for SMEs.

2. How XDR Works Differently

XDR = Extended Detection & Response, built for modern threats.

• Detects abnormal behaviour, not just known viruses

• Correlates threats across email, devices, and networks

• Auto-isolates infected systems

• Gives full visibility across all endpoints

It stops attacks early — before damage happens.

3. Why Acronis CyberShield Is Better for SMEs

Acronis combines everything into one:

• Endpoint Protection + XDR + Backup + RMM

• AI-powered threat detection

• Fast recovery if ransomware hits

• Centralised monitoring by ACE Business

• Up to 50% PSG funding support

Stronger, smarter, and more cost-effective than standalone antivirus.

4. Real SME Examples (Short & Realistic)

• Fake IRAS email → ransomware encrypted shared folders

• Infected USB → POS terminals compromised

• Phishing login page → attacker accessed company email, sent fake invoices

All happened because the business relied only on basic antivirus.

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