Cybersecurity for SMEs
in Reunion Island
Protect your business against ransomware, phishing, and data breaches. ECLAUD IT can define a security scope covering audit, firewall, endpoint protection and SOC monitoring, subject to the proposal and contract.
€466,000: average cost of a cyberattack on a French SME (Cour des comptes / ANSSI 2025). 16% of small businesses have been victims of a cyber incident in 2024. ECLAUD IT can propose firewall, SOC and disaster-recovery services; products, test frequency and coverage are confirmed in writing.
Why are SMEs the primary target of cyberattacks?
SMEs now account for the majority of cyberattacks in France. The reason is straightforward: they hold sensitive data (customer files, accounting records, contracts) yet rarely have an in-house IT director or a dedicated security team. For a cybercriminal, an SME with a poorly configured firewall represents an easy and profitable target.
In Reunion Island, the situation is even more pronounced. The local economy relies on family-run SMEs with 5 to 50 employees, often dependent on a single internet connection and a non-redundant local server. The scarcity of specialised cybersecurity providers in French overseas territories compounds the exposure. ECLAUD IT is one of the few local MSPs offering a complete cybersecurity solution with Fortinet, from firewall to managed SOC.
"44% of SME directors consider themselves highly exposed to cyber risks, yet 6 in 10 would not know how to assess the consequences of an attack."— Cybermalveillance / ImpactCyber Barometer, 2025
The state of the cyber threat in France — 2025
The 5 cyber threats targeting French SMEs
Ransomware
Encryption of your data held for ransom. 144 compromises reported to ANSSI in 2024. SMEs are the primary targets because they are less protected.
Phishing & spear-phishing
Fraudulent emails impersonating your suppliers or bank. 60% of breaches involve human behaviour (Verizon DBIR 2025).
CEO fraud (BEC)
Identity impersonation of the company director to authorise a wire transfer. A rapidly growing threat targeting SMEs that lack a dual-validation process.
Data theft
Exfiltration of customer files, accounting data, and intellectual property. Extortion victims increased by 44.5% in one year (Orange Cyberdefense 2025).
Supply chain attack
Compromise of a supplier or subcontractor to reach your information system. A vector increasingly affecting SMEs connected to large enterprises.
Our managed cybersecurity services for SMEs
ECLAUD IT can provide a cybersecurity scope adapted to the documented environment. Managed assets, monitoring windows, responsibilities and exclusions are confirmed in the contract.
Security audit
Vulnerability mapping, penetration testing, risk analysis. A comprehensive assessment of your exposure.
FortiGate Firewall
Fortinet Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW). Application filtering, IPS, VPN and network segmentation. Management and monitoring windows are defined in the contract.
Managed SOC
Outsourced Security Operations Centre. Detection, event correlation and incident handling according to the agreed coverage window.
EDR / XDR
Advanced endpoint and server protection. Behavioural detection, automatic threat isolation, remote remediation.
Backup & DRP
Offsite backup, remote replication and disaster recovery testing. Test frequency and recovery targets are confirmed in the contract.
Security awareness
Team training on phishing, passwords, and best practices. Attack simulations and regular awareness campaigns.
NIS2 directive and GDPR — what it means for your SME
The NIS2 directive, which came into force in 2024, extends cybersecurity obligations to approximately 15,000 organisations in France — including a majority of SMEs and mid-sized companies across 18 critical sectors (healthcare, energy, transport, digital, food, water, waste management...).
Registration on MonEspaceNIS2.gouv.fr is mandatory for affected entities. Full enforcement is scheduled for 1 October 2026. Any ECLAUD IT compliance-assistance scope and deliverables are defined in the proposal.
GDPR obligations in the event of an incident
In the event of a personal data breach, the GDPR requires notification to the CNIL within 72 hours and, where the risk is high, communication to the affected individuals. Without access logging and data-leak detection, this obligation is impossible to fulfil. A managed SOC ensures the traceability required.
How ECLAUD IT supports you
A proposal may include an exposure review, selected technical measures and agreed documentation. Exact deliverables and responsibilities are confirmed in writing; regulatory eligibility remains subject to the applicable official requirements.
From audit to continuous protection — our 4-step method
Audit & mapping
Analysis of your infrastructure, vulnerability identification, business risk assessment. Detailed report with prioritised remediation plan.
Fortinet deployment
Installation and configuration of the FortiGate firewall, network segmentation, VPN setup, activation of FortiGuard services.
SOC monitoring
Connection to the managed SOC, log correlation and threat detection. Alert-handling and incident-response windows are defined in the contract.
Training & resilience
Team awareness training, phishing simulations, DRP testing. Continuous improvement of your security posture.
Why choose ECLAUD IT for your SME cybersecurity?
Fortinet solutions when suitable
FortiGate, FortiGuard or FortiFlex may be included when appropriate; products, licences and management responsibilities are listed in the proposal.
Local team in Reunion Island
ECLAUD IT is based in Saint-Paul. The on-site service area and response targets are confirmed in the contract.
Predictable monthly subscription
Billing model, licence costs, setup fees and commitment period are stated in the commercial proposal.
Complete outsourced IT management
A managed-services proposal can group network, endpoint, cloud and security responsibilities; the exact perimeter and contacts are documented.
FAQ — Cybersecurity for SMEs
How much does a cyberattack cost an SME?
In 2025, the average cost of a cyberattack on a French SME reaches €466,000 according to the Cour des comptes and ANSSI. This figure includes business downtime, remediation, GDPR penalties and customer loss. 60% of SME victims shut down within 18 months.
Are SMEs really targeted by cyberattacks?
Yes. 16% of French micro and small businesses report having been victims of a cyber incident in the past 12 months (Cybermalveillance 2025). SMEs are prime targets because they rarely have an in-house IT director or an internal SOC.
What is a managed SOC and why do I need one?
A managed SOC (Security Operations Centre) is an outsourced monitoring centre that continuously analyses security events on your network. It detects threats, correlates alerts, and responds to incidents — 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. It is the equivalent of a dedicated security team without the cost of recruitment.
Is my SME affected by the NIS2 directive?
The NIS2 directive applies to organisations with 50+ employees or €10M+ turnover in 18 critical sectors (healthcare, energy, transport, digital, food...). Registration on MonEspaceNIS2.gouv.fr is mandatory. Full enforcement is planned for October 2026.
What is the difference between an antivirus and an EDR?
An antivirus detects known threats via signatures. An EDR (Endpoint Detection & Response) analyses process behaviour in real time, detects unknown threats, and enables remote remediation. For an exposed SME, EDR has become the minimum standard.
Why choose Fortinet for my SME cybersecurity?
FortiGate can provide firewall, IPS, anti-malware and web-filtering capabilities. Any Fortinet products, licences, management responsibilities and support conditions included by ECLAUD IT are confirmed in the proposal and contract.
What should I do in the event of a cyberattack on my business?
Immediately isolate infected machines from the network (unplug the cable, turn off Wi-Fi). Never pay the ransom. Contact your IT provider and file a police report. Report the incident on cybermalveillance.gouv.fr. If personal data has been compromised, notify the CNIL within 72 hours.
Protect your SME
before it's too late
Discuss the desired assessment scope, deliverables and budget. Any audit price and remediation plan are confirmed in writing.