The COVID-19 pandemic pushed many companies into remote work almost overnight. While remote working is now a permanent option for many, it brings a whole new set of cybersecurity challenges.
At home, employees don’t have the same level of security they’d find in a traditional office environment. Central offices have professional IT teams managing firewalls, routers and access controls. But in a home office, these systems can be more vulnerable. Many businesses, in their rush to maintain operations, didn’t fully vet their security protocols—opening the door for cybercriminals to exploit these gaps.
A big concern is how employees use personal devices for work tasks. For instance, two-factor authentication may rely on personal phones, and many are using mobile versions of work apps like Microsoft Teams and Zoom. This mix of personal and professional life increases the risk that sensitive data could be mishandled or leaked.
So, what’s the fix? Companies are starting to focus on securing these remote setups. That means identifying and plugging new security holes, beefing up security controls and keeping a constant watch on vulnerabilities. It’s all about making sure work-from-home systems are as secure as possible.
