The First 10 Minutes of a Cyberattack
Posted August 2026

It only takes 10 minutes for a single click to turn into a full-scale cyberattack. From phishing emails to compromised credentials and network-wide disruption, cyber threats move faster than most businesses realize. The question isn’t if an attack can happen, it’s how prepared your business is when it does.
Here is an example scenario:
MINUTE 1: Phishing email opened
A phishing email is opened, giving attackers their first point of entry into the network.
MINUTE 3: Malware installed
Malware is silently installed in the background, allowing the attack to escalate without detection.
MINUTE 5: Credentials compromised
Sensitive login credentials are compromised, giving cybercriminals deeper access to critical systems.
MINUTE 10: Lateral movement begins
The attack spreads across the network as lateral movement begins, putting business operations at serious risk.
Early detection and monitoring make all the difference. iPower is here to help secure your business. Let’s discuss a plan. Contact us today!