How to Maintain Cybersecurity in the Remote Work Era

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29. July 2021

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While adapting to the current global crisis, businesses had to rapidly transition to a remote workforce to meet customer demands through digital channels. However, this sudden transformation to remote operations presented a whole new challenge of cyber risks. While working remotely, employees may be using home computers to log in to company networks and access confidential information, relying on home internet networks instead of the company’s secured network. For remote workers, the importance of cloud infrastructure has increased. They may also be using third-party apps to stay connected with others. And since a work-from-home setup, unlike an office environment, may be slightly more relaxed when it comes to data security, the users are not vigilant enough for cyber risk.

Cybersecurity Risk in a Remote Work Setup

Using unsecured endpoint devices: This makes the system more vulnerable to cyber-attacks.Personal use of laptops: Employees are using office laptops for personal use like opening personal emails, shopping sites, or any social sites which may put company data at stake.Lack of physical security: This could take place by leaving the laptop open or leaving the device in an open car. Phishing attack: There are more chances of phishing attacks while working remotely as compared to work in an organizational environment.File sharing: Many companies encrypt their files while storing or transferring in their network but that’s not possible for remote employees.

How to Protect Against a Security Threat While Working Remotely

When it comes to protection against security threats while working remotely, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. There are lots of measures organizations need to take to secure their employees. Let’s look more closely at the measures that should be taken to secure remote employees from cyber threats: