Introduction#
Small businesses in Egypt are increasingly targeted by cyber-threats, yet many lack dedicated IT security teams. The good news is: you don’t need enterprise budgets to build a solid defence posture. With the right tools and discipline, you can significantly reduce your risk.
Key tool categories & recommended solutions#
Below are essential cybersecurity tool categories, and some recommended options based on global reviews — you’ll need to check local availability, pricing in EGP, and suitability for your environment.
1. Endpoint protection (desktops, laptops, mobile)
- Use a solution that offers antivirus + anti-malware + ransomware protection.
- Example: Bitdefender GravityZone Business Security. According to reviews, it’s lightweight and effective for small teams. Techprithibi+1
- Example: Norton Small Business: A more “set-and-forget” option, good if you have less technical staff. Smashing Apps+1
2. Password management & multi-factor authentication (MFA)
- Weak or reused passwords are among the biggest vulnerabilities for small businesses. Reddit+1
- Recommended tools:
- Bitwarden (open-source, budget friendly) Acceron+1
- LastPass Business: Good for teams, includes secure sharing and MFA. Techprithibi+1
3. Network / DNS-layer protection & web filtering
- Blocks threats before they enter your network, such as malicious websites, phishing, etc. Techtally
- Example: Cisco Umbrella: DNS-level protection that’s good for small businesses.
