Why Churches Are Attractive Targets
Many churches believe they are too small to be targeted by cybercriminals.
Unfortunately, the opposite is true.
Churches often have:
- limited cybersecurity protection
- volunteer IT management
- sensitive financial data
- donation platforms connected to email
This makes them a frequent target for phishing and ransomware.
Common Church Cyber Attacks
Email Phishing
Scammers impersonate pastors or finance staff requesting donations or gift cards.
Donation Platform Attacks
Online giving systems can be targeted if not properly secured.
Ransomware
Church management software and financial records can be encrypted and held hostage.
How Churches Can Protect Themselves
Key protections include:
- multi-factor authentication
- email filtering
- cybersecurity training
- secure backups
Ohio Churches Need a Technology Partner
Many churches lack internal IT teams.
Working with a managed IT provider helps ensure systems remain secure and monitored. Wondering what you should be thinking about to make sure your church is getting the most out of your technology and technology budget?
Read our page: Free Church Technology Checklist
Cloud Cover partners with churches across Ohio to support their IT from end user support to the complex networks that churches rely on.
To learn more about our specialized IT support for Ohio churches, visit our page:
cloud-cover.me/it-services-churches-ohio
