Accounting and CPA firms are among the most attractive targets for cybercriminals, and for a simple reason: they hold financial records, Social Security numbers, and banking details for hundreds or thousands of clients in one place.
During tax season especially, firms move large volumes of sensitive documents by email and portal. Attackers use phishing emails that impersonate clients or the IRS, and business email compromise scams that redirect client payments. A single successful attack can expose an entire client base.
Beyond the direct cost, a breach at an accounting firm carries professional consequences. Clients trust you with their most private information, and state and federal rules increasingly require safeguards and breach notification. Losing that data can mean losing the practice.
If your firm handles client financial data, cyber coverage is close to essential. See coverage built for Florida CPA and accounting firms, or request a free quote.
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