COVID-19 has brought on a raft of challenges and changes. One of the most significant shifts is organizations transitioning to remote work, which has sparked concerns on productivity communication, cybersecurity. Apart from getting the appropriate tools to maintain performance,

companies should also put in measures to ensure everyone can connect to networks remotely and safely.

Security threats while working from home

Many organizations are seeing a spike in cyber threats and suspicious activities due to the work from home movement. Two of the biggest threats are phishing scams and malware. In particular, malware is a major concern because once a remote worker’s device becomes infected, it can spill over into a connected office network.

 Meanwhile, hackers are using phishing attacks to target employees by sending deceptive emails. These emails usually include a malicious link or attachment, and if an unsuspecting employee clicks on it, a hacker can access the user’s device and steal confidential information. Video Conferencing tools such as skype and zoom are also seeing an increase in phishing attacks.

 Then there is the issue of personal or public Wi-Finetworks that usually have weaker security controls. Some employees use easy-to-guess passwords or set up WEP instead of WPA-2. These weak controls are a security hazard as criminals can break through and access a work laptop or computer.

 Therefore, companies and individuals need to follow clear and effective cybersecurity strategies to protect networks and secure confidential data.

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