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5 tips for the security of your office without specialists

25/11/2020 10:54 by newsbot

ESET: five things you can do to ensure the security of your home office without hiring a specialist   

You do not need a degree in cybersecurity or a lot of money to apply basic computer security features. According to experts from the global cybersecurity company ESET, these are the five steps that will lead you to the right path.

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In the era of the pandemic many homes have been converted into full corporate offices with virtual private network (VPN), where specialists from the companies' IT departments lift all the weight and remotely manage the home workstations. But other professionals have almost no outside help and this means that the end user is at the same time the IT manager, whether he likes it or not.

If this happens to you, do not worry. According to ESET experts, these are the five steps to enhance the security of your home office.

  1. Start with him router

The router you use to access the internet has more capabilities than you can imagine. It has a firewall, some security options, wireless connectivity and many other options. You can pay a small extra amount and get a professional level router, which comes with additional security options.

Professional routers are usually more secure and come with pre-installed settings and good support. Some also have a built-in threat reporting feature. Remember to check for updated firmware when installing the router and frequently check the manufacturer's website - say, once a month - for updates.

  1. Study

It's amazing what you can learn from a simple podcast or video about your computer security. There are also a number of free courses that will help you build a solid foundation in security.

Choose one that you can easily understand and that will lead you slowly. In the past, ESET experts have compiled a list of freebies Online Computer Security Courses, which may also be worth considering. Simply put, the bliss of ignorance should not be an option.

  1. Set boundaries

You may not be worried about your device being stolen by relatives or roommates, but they may cause you or your employer problems, even unintentionally. Make sure you have a secure computer that you only use for work and protect access to data stored on it with a strong password that no one else knows.

Simply put, if everyone has the password, then… ceases to be called a password. As a result, your family should not use this device to chat with friends or watch movies, for example. Also, set short limits so that your device locks automatically when not in use. And maybe your virtual friend, such as Alexa or Siri, might be left out when you have calls or video appointments that contain sensitive information.

  1. Stay alert

The scammers did not take long to exploit the new reality, using the pandemic as a pretext for a series of COVID-19 fraud scams. Cybercriminals have not given up trying to extort money from businesses or blackmail ransomware through ransomware attacks - taking advantage of the need for distance work and physical segregation between colleagues. The fraud with the method Business Email Compromise (BEC), for example, has long been an important way posting money and attacks are expected to increase further amid the pandemic.

To address this threat, check all emails and avoid clicking on links or attachments specific to spam emails, as they may be attempts to extract your data or install malware on your device. Be suspicious when receiving urgent requests from colleagues and make sure to verify them through an alternative communication channel before sending money or data.

  1. Focus on the basics

Use security software that includes multiple levels of protection. Indeed, today's security suites tend to have many levels of security and are no longer just "one-dimensional antivirus programs".

Also, keep your operating system and applications up to date, ideally through automatic upgrades - updates are important because they often include code upgrades for critical vulnerabilities. If you have not already done so, now is the time to proceed with full disk encryption - even if you work from home, you may need to move your laptop away from home, and the risk of theft is always present. Speaking of which, we cannot stress enough its importance backup of your disk.

Stay safe

While we all have new reasons to worry these days, previous concerns and cyber threats have not disappeared, quite the contrary.

Maybe you are still new to remote work and maybe you are trying to get an idea of ​​the new reality. However, this period requires a change of mentality. Today, you need to think that your remote office is your "normal" office and be fully aware of the hundreds of cyber threats that can cause damage even to your home.

5 tips for the security of your office without specialists was last modified: 25 November, 2020, 11: 03 am by newsbot

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