More people are working remotely than ever before. Many businesses had to make a huge shift in 2020. At the same time, cybercriminals used the shift to attack as many people as possible. They knew that with more people working at home, there would be a window when cybersecurity wasn’t a priority – and they were right.

Because businesses had their hands full getting their teams set up for remote work, IT security slipped through the cracks. Cybercriminals used their greatest tool to their advantage. That tool? Human error. Hackers sent out phishing emails and attacks at an unprecedented rate. Infosecurity Magazine reports that phishing attacks increased upward of 30,000% over the last year!

This highlights the need for strong IT security for the remote workforce. Remote workers must be trained up on the latest cyber threats, especially phishing scams. They also need serious end-point security on their at-home devices (such as antivirus software and other malware protection). If you need them to access your network, security MUST be in place, and that includes the use of a VPN. usecure, Oct. 8, 2020