WFH? Stay Cyber-secure

Keep Calm and Stay Cybersecure When Working from Home 

Working from home has many benefits: flexibility, work-life balance, much shorter commute, cost savings; and, employers are seeing increased productivity and job satisfaction, along with cost reductions. New concerns have also surfaced, including the vulnerability for cyberthreats. With around 22 million employed adults (around 14%) working from home, this could be a significant pain point for many. Here are some ways to avert potential cyber-issues:  

• Use strong passwords and don’t share them with others 
• Update your software regularly 
• Secure WiFi and use a VPN for an encrypted internet connection 
• Look out for unusual emails and don’t open anything suspicious 
• Be sure to secure video conferencing 
• Use your company’s central storage solution 
• If you’re concerned you’ve been involved in a data breach, change passwords immediately

The work-from-home life is not expected to disappear anytime soon. In fact, it’s projected that at least one-in-five Americans will work remotely by 2025. Be sure to stay informed, and for more updates on how to keep safe, visit governmental sites, like this regularly. 

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