Cyrus Peikari Guest Columnist Computer hackers recently stole 15,000 credit card numbers from Western Union's Web site.
Electronic thieves can penetrate virtually any company's network.
Worse, most business owners are unaware of their own massive vulnerabilities. Companies that are at high risk for being hacked include telecommunications companies, Internet service providers and financial institutions. Fortunately, by using common sense, you can not only reduce the frequency of attacks but also mitigate their damage. The first step in protecting yourself or your business is to admit your vulnerability. This takes a great deal of humility, and it is the most difficult step.