Cybercriminals are getting smarter—and more persistent. From phishing emails to smishing (SMS phishing), it’s becoming harder than ever to avoid a data breach. Many individuals have fewer security safeguards at home than they do at work. Yet with so many people now working remotely, both personal and company data are increasingly at risk.
In fact, about 46% of businesses experienced at least one cybersecurity incident within two months of transitioning to remote work.
The good news? There’s no shortage of practical steps you can take to secure your home network. The National Security Agency (NSA) offers several best practices, many of which are simple to implement and highly effective. Below, we’ve highlighted some of the most helpful tips.