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Remote work is here to stay for many small businesses today. This makes cybersecurity more important than ever as more companies embrace a fully or partially remote workforce.
Whether your staff already works from home or you're transitioning to a fully remote work environment, keep these cybersecurity risks and strategies in mind to keep both data and employees safe.
Although there are advantages to working remotely, it may also expose your business to greater cybersecurity risks. It's estimated that almost 75% of Americans work remotely at least part of the time, making it a challenge for business owners to ensure all devices are secure.
There are several reasons remote workers are so vulnerable.
Traditional office systems have myriad security protections like firewalls and blocked IP addresses already in place. But in a remote work environment, employees log in to critical business systems remotely—sometimes through their own home devices and connections, which are much less secure and easier to hack. Vulnerable elements include personal emails, file attachments, cloud documents, instant messages with clients and third-party vendors.
Remote workers using their own mobile devices, laptops and tablets can pose additional risks, blurring the lines between personal and professional. They also may use mobile app versions of collaboration software for work on their personal devices.
Without a dedicated IT department physically nearby, remote workers are often exposed to longer wait times or must address technical security issues on their own. This may lead to less secure workarounds when encountering technical issues.
If you rely on remote workers, it's essential to develop a comprehensive cybersecurity plan for your business that addresses the following issues.
Remote work is a major component of today's workforce. Despite the inherent risks, you can protect your business and support staff in this new environment with the right work-from-home cybersecurity strategies in place.
This material is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be an offer, specific investment strategy, recommendation or solicitation to purchase or sell any security or insurance product, and should not be construed as legal, tax or accounting advice. Please consult with your legal or tax advisor regarding the particular facts and circumstances of your situation prior to making any financial decision. While we believe that the information presented is from reliable sources, we do not represent, warrant or guarantee that it is accurate or complete.
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