Cybersecurity continues to progress, prompting changes in attack tactics employed by malicious actors. It is no longer enough for organizations to simply adhere to the security solutions presented; they must also stay aware of the fractional and hybrid structures which have become commonplace due to the pandemic, as these can significantly increase their risk. Knowing how to identify and prevent employee-oriented digital threats is key to having a comprehensive cybersecurity strategy by 2023.
Employee-targeted digital risks: what are they?
According to Forbes, employee-targeted digital risk describes the incoming cybersecurity threats that can enter your organization via personal devices and accounts. Over the past few years, this thread has grown exponentially as many have swapped to hybrid work structures or entirely virtual “offices.” Virtual workplaces pose three main categories of risk: personal data, personal accounts, and personal devices.
Here are some strategies you can consider to mitigate this newfound risk.
1.) Separate functionality should be encouraged
When it comes to employees’ work setup and lifestyle, organizations can only do so much. Sometimes personal devices or accounts will be used unintentionally or for convenience. It is possible for leaders to eliminate the barriers to success in this specific cybersecurity strategy by providing separate systems, virtual machines, or environments, and accounts to limit these occurrences.
2.) Prevent the risk by taking preventative measures
The modern workplace requires an effective cybersecurity strategy. You do not want to be caught off guard by an attack without retaliation. The best cybersecurity strategy should encompass your entire infrastructure, including your systems, cloud networks, and cloud networks. As you assemble your strategy, it is best to work with a professional to ensure that you do not miss anything.
3.) Provide education opportunities for team members
It’s important to invest in continual learning opportunities to protect your team from the ever-advancing realm of cyber threats. Investing in corporate-specific education plans, be it through e-modules or seminars guided by IT and cybersecurity experts, can help them keep up with the changing risk landscape, such as phishing, account misuse and cloud security risks that may arise while working remotely.
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