In a quiet office just outside Austin, a CFO approved a routine wire transfer and unknowingly sent $287,000 to a cybercriminal.
There was no hack. No ransomware. No flashing red alerts.
Just an email that looked like it came from the CEO.
This is the new face of cybercrime: Business Email Compromise (BEC), and it’s quietly becoming the costliest threat facing small and mid-sized businesses in Central Texas.
The Stakes of Ignoring the Threat
Most companies are laser-focused on ransomware, but BEC bypasses firewalls and antivirus software. It targets the one thing your security can’t patch: human trust.
When BEC hits, the damage is immediate:
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Six-figure financial losses
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Lawsuits and insurance battles
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Reputational damage
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Internal fear and finger-pointing
And worst of all? Recovery is rare.
CTTS: Your Strategic Partner in Email Security
At CTTS, we help businesses in Austin, Round Rock, and Georgetown build real-world protection against BEC. No gimmicks. Just smarter systems and stronger teams.
Here’s how we guide you:
1. Smart Email Intelligence
• Detects impersonation patterns
• Flags subtle language anomalies
• Tracks unusual payment behaviors
2. Payment Process Hardening
• Adds verification layers for high-risk actions
• Integrates into your existing workflows
• Prevents disruption, boosts accountability
3. Human-Centered Security Training
• Simulates real BEC attempts
• Trains your team on modern scam tactics
• Builds reflexes—not just awareness
Take the Next Step
You don’t need to overhaul your systems to stop BEC.
You just need the right guide.
Book your complimentary 20-minute BEC Risk Assessment
We’ll show you:
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Where your vulnerabilities lie
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Quick wins to reduce exposure
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How to build verification without bottlenecks
Schedule your complimentary call today.
FAQ
1. How is BEC different from phishing or ransomware?
BEC doesn’t rely on malware. It uses social engineering and email impersonation to trick your team into transferring money.
2. Is this only a concern for big companies?
Not at all. Small businesses are often easier targets due to fewer checks and balances.
3. Will this require new software?
Not necessarily. We can usually layer our protection onto your existing email systems like Microsoft 365 or Google Workspace.
Contact CTTS today for IT support and managed services in Austin, TX. Let us handle your IT so you can focus on growing your business. Visit CTTSonline.com or call us at (512) 388-5559 to get started!