Working from home (WFH) significantly expands the cybersecurity attack surface for organisations due to several factors that increase the complexity and potential vulnerabilities in the remote work environment.
Many firms do not have the infrastructure to handle a large number of individuals working remotely, and even fewer have the security to guarantee critical data is not exposed. For the most part, their underlying equipment, software, and support infrastructure are only built to serve a small percentage of their employee population that work remotely.
Employers should prioritize cybersecurity for remote workers by first acknowledging the expanded attack surface created by the remote work environment.
Employers must also facilitate secure remote access to corporate networks and enforce endpoint security measures, including regular updates and patches in the absence of a Zero Trust solution.
Additionally, employers should recognise the importance of ongoing support and collaboration with cybersecurity service providers to adapt to evolving threats and protect both their remote workforce and sensitive company data effectively.
Zero trust is a way of thinking, not just a specific technology or architecture.
Ensure devices are secure before allowing access to company resources.
Keep data secure and compliant with your regulatory requirements.