Business continuity strategies were put to the test when millions of organizations across the world were suddenly forced to take their workforce to a fully remote environment in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. While many businesses have successfully adapted to these changes and sustained productivity, the remote work environment comes with increased cybersecurity risks.
While working remotely, many employees are using personal devices to conduct company business, are logging onto critical systems using vulnerable networks, and may not have installed critical security patches onto their devices. The technologies that make it easier for employees to collaborate and work efficiently also create new access points for would-be attackers.