While the high-profile attacks against Target and Anthem brought cybercrime to the forefront of public awareness, these criminal activities are not limited to large businesses. According to the Association of Financial Professionals, more than 60 percent of all companies have been the victim of some sort of cybercrime. Identity theft is one of the most common types of attacks, and with personal demographic information such as names, addresses, social security numbers, and birthdays at risk, employers must be vigilant. Protecting this information, however, may seem overwhelming. There is no absolute solution to the problem, but there are steps companies can take to protect themselves and their customers. One of the most useful and cost-effective tools is training. Employees are, unfortunately, the weakest link in the cybersecurity plan, but customers can also pose a threat. It’s a good idea for companies to expand their cybersecurity training efforts to include a customer education program. This training should be performed at least annually, but should also include updates periodically. With new threats popping up on a daily basis, it’s critical that business owners stay ahead of the curve.