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10 considerations for working from home securely
10 considerations for working from home securely
COVID-19 is turning working from home into the new normal.
10 considerations for working from home securely
COVID-19 is turning working from home into the new normal.
As COVID-19 turns working from home into the new normal, adapting and keeping a focus on cyber security in all settings is critical. Here’s what you can do to work from home more securely.
Secure your environment Try to designate a room as your home office, lock the door if you can. Ensure private conversations remain private by turning off Alexa and Google Assistant.
Maintain a clear desk policy Make certain all paper copies of sensitive information are stored out of sight and secure when not in use. If possible, shred when no longer needed.
Lock screens Lock screens when not in use and shut down devices when the working day is over. Don’t leave laptops in plain sight unattended.
Set strong passwords Secure your work device with strong passwords, consider using a password manager.
Keep work and home devices separate Don’t use work devices to download personal apps or conferencing tools without IT agreement. Be disciplined in using personal devices for personal internet browsing.
Connect via VPN Always connect through a VPN to ensure your internet connection is encrypted and your information and online activity are secure.
Be aware of your privacy Keep privacy screens on and be mindful of what’s in the background of your webcam. Confirm you know who’s attending your conference calls.
Secure Wi-Fi access points Verify wireless routers use WPA2 and ensure they’re protected with strong passwords.
Be aware of COVID-19 phishing attacks Organized crime groups are exploiting our concerns over COVID-19 to target us for a range of scams. Look out for emails that: — Start with a generic greeting like “Dear Colleague” — Have poor grammar or spelling mistakes — Solicit personal or financial details — Offer a cure or test for the virus, or scarce items — Demand action with a threat or time imperative — Ask for charitable donation via unusual channels
What to do if you clicked on a suspicious link? Don’t panic and follow these steps: — Open your anti-virus software and run a full scan. Carefully follow any instructions given. — Contact your IT department to talk you through what you need to do next. — Change your password immediately if you were tricked into providing your password.