6 Online Security Tips for Working Remotely during COVID

Work from home has become a necessity all over the world in the wake of the current pandemic.  The remote teams have kept businesses afloat and operations on, even when the offices remained shut. While appreciating the phenomenal role that remote working may have in the days ahead, businesses should also seriously consider the cyber security threat that could impact the employees very badly.

Following the best cyber practices will reduce the threats and risks involved and ensure a secure online work atmosphere.

Install Antivirus Software

A comprehensive antivirus software is an effective way to prevent cyber attacks like Trojans, worms, viruses and malware among others. It will enable your team to work smoothly and will ensure the safety and confidentiality of your online office communication, documents and business  reports.

 Provide Webcam Covers to Your Employees

When your team uses video calls and teleconferencing more than ever, it is important to keep the webcams safe as well. Webcams can be accessed from remote locations by hackers without permission to view sensitive data and breach privacy.

Employees using external webcams may be advised to unplug it when not in use while built- in webcams can be protected using web cam covers Available in a wide range of models, these  will shut out the private world of the employees after their video conferences and ensure confidentiality. Customize these with your brand and message to make it a high visibility billboard for your brand and message. The adhesive layer of webcam covers will make it easy to install around the camera.

Use  a Centralized Storage Solution

Cloud storage and servers will make a safe and efficient way to store and access data. This will make sure that you have a backup of all the important documents even if all the local files are stolen or destroyed. In the centralized storage location, all the files will be secured by the firewall making it indestructible.

Email Security

Make sure that the emails are safe and secure from cyber theft by adopting some security measures.  Ensure that your emails are accessed securely through the encrypted VPN network of your organization  that will have access only to authentic users. Use  strong passwords, do not click on unfamiliar emails or links to stay safe from phishing risks.

Use Strong Passwords

Probably the easiest way to ensure cyber security is to use strong passwords that are hard to crack. Make sure to change the passwords periodically and ensure restricted access to passwords to only those employees who may need it. Passwords should ideally contain symbols, numbers, lowercase and capital letters. All the devices and apps should be password protected.

 Secure Home Wireless Network

Employees can reinforce the security of home Wi-Fi network to prevent hacking by creating a strong and unique password. Changing your SSID Number and allowing Network Encryption are the other effective ways to enhance the security of your Wifi network.

Add MAC Address  of the devices that need to be connected to your wireless network to make sure that only the added devices get access to your network. Make sure to use the latest version of the firmware for maximum security.

Online security will go a long way in ensuring the smooth functioning of your business.  Have you adopted these safety measures  for your remote team as well as  in your organization?