What if the biggest cybersecurity threat to your business isn’t a hacker — but the belief that you’re too small to be hacked?In this eye‑opening episode of Brainstorms and Bottom Lines, host Rick Franzo sits down with two seasoned IT and cybersecurity leaders: Carmine Corridore, CEO of Underdog Cyber Defense, and Steve Grabowski, CEO of Soho Integrations. With more than 65 years of combined experience, they break down the modern threat landscape, the rise of AI‑powered attacks, and why cybercrime is no longer about who you are — but how vulnerable you are.From small‑town businesses to municipalities, from ransomware to the new “wiper” malware that destroys everything it touches, Carmine and Steve reveal the real risks facing organizations today — and the practical steps every leader must take to protect their people, their data, and their reputation.This episode blends education, urgency, humor, and real‑world wisdom — perfect for business owners, leaders, and anyone who wants to stay one step ahead in a rapidly evolving digital world.What You’ll Learn in This EpisodeWhy small businesses are prime targets — and why “we’re not important enough” is the most dangerous mythHow AI is changing cybercrime — and why attackers now have the same tools as defendersWhat the new “wiper virus” is — and why it’s more destructive than ransomwareWhy municipalities are under attack — and how global events fuel cybercrimeHow proactive cybersecurity works — from continuous monitoring to real‑time threat alertsWhy user education matters more than any tool — and how awareness prevents most attacks🎤 Podcast Quote“When a hacker finds you, it’s not because they know you — it’s because you’re vulnerable.” — Carmine Corridore🌐 Connect with Today’s GuestsUnderdog Cyber Defense (Carmine Corridore)Website: underdogcyber.comEmail: [email protected]LinkedIn & Facebook: Search “Underdog Cyber Defense”Soho Integrations (Steve Grabowski)Website: soho-integration.comEmail: [email protected]LinkedIn & Facebook: Search “Soho Integrations”Connect with Rick FranzoLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-franzo-52948b26/  Website: https://www.thegrowthcoach.com/poconos/  Podbean: https://businessandbraintumortalk.podbean.com/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@rickfranzo3549Subscribe, like, and hit the bell to stay updated on future episodes that blend leadership, mindset, resilience, and real‑world impact.Hashtags#RickFranzo #BrainstormsAndBottomLines #Cybersecurity #SmallBusinessSecurity #Ransomware #AIThreats #CyberAwareness #ITLeadership #DigitalSafety #BusinessProtection #CyberDefense #TechEducation