5 Signs Your Toronto Business Has Already Been Hacked (And Doesn't Know It)
Most cyberattacks on small businesses go undetected for months. Learn the silent warning signs that your network may already be compromised — and what to do today.
Samy Azer, CEO
March 10, 2025 · 8 min read
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Unusual account activity at odd hours — Remote logins at 3am from unfamiliar locations are a classic sign of compromised credentials.
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Unexplained slowdowns or high CPU usage — Malware often uses your computer's resources to mine crypto or send spam in the background.
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Your antivirus has been disabled — Sophisticated malware specifically targets and silences security tools first.
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Contacts receiving emails you didn't send — Your email may be compromised and used to spread phishing attacks to your clients.
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New user accounts you didn't create — Attackers often create backdoor accounts to maintain persistent access to your network.
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