Is Your BUSINESS Data Safe From Hackers When Working Remotely?

Is Your BUSINESS Data Safe From Hackers When Working Remotely?

August 27, 20251 min read

As employees work from home, companies face new risks that can put their sensitive information at risk. The question is, are you doing enough to protect your business?

Testing Remote Data Security

  • Exploring the security of business data while working remotely.

  • The goal is to keep hackers out and ensure sensitive information stays protected.

Why Remote Work Increases Risk

  • The shift to remote work means employees often use personal devices and public networks, presenting new vulnerabilities.

  • Public networks (coffee shops, airports) and unprotected devices can expose business data to attacks.

  • Employees may skip best practices like strong passwords or file encryption, making breaches easier for hackers.

How to Protect Data Remotely

  • Use a VPN to encrypt internet traffic and shield data from prying eyes.

  • Implement firewalls to block suspicious network activity and unauthorized access.

  • Employee training is essential: teach staff about using strong passwords, handling email attachments warily, and reporting anything suspect.

Real-World Case Study: What Can Go Wrong

  • Traxx, a foreign exchange company, suffered a significant data breach from a vulnerability in a remote access tool.

  • Hackers accessed customer data, costing the company millions and harming their reputation.

  • This highlights the importance of taking proactive steps in remote work environments.

Our Solution: Always-On Guard Security

  • Cyber Secure Online offers Always-On Guard—a service with 14 integrated security modules to protect businesses without needing an IT team.

  • Managed care ensures continuous support and monitoring against cyber threats.

Community Engagement and Next Steps

  • Share experiences with data security in the comments, whether positive or negative.

  • Explore additional videos for practical cyber security tips and stay vigilant online.

Dianne is a business strategist, cybersecurity expert, process scientist, technology visionary, and transformational leader.

Dianne Beattie

Dianne is a business strategist, cybersecurity expert, process scientist, technology visionary, and transformational leader.

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