Due to the current coronavirus restrictions, an increasing number of people have to work from home. To ensure safety and to protect employees from hackers that use potential IT-security loop holes, here are 8 tips from the Cyber Security Council Germany e.V. for safe mobile working:
1) Clear rules on the scope and extent of mobile working and use of external networks and systems
2) Raising employees’ awareness of current regulations
3) Strengthening technical and regulatory support for employees
4) Regular updates and monitoring of the used systems
5) Encryption of mobile IT systems and data carriers
6) Enhanced data protection
7) Ensuring clear digital verification and identification of employees
8) Caution against increased phishing and social engineering
