Securing Remote Work — How to Stay Protected Outside the Office

Remote and hybrid work have permanently changed how businesses operate. But for all the flexibility it provides, it also introduces serious risk — especially if security hasn't kept pace with mobility.

In 2025, the biggest vulnerabilities often stem from outside your office walls. Devices used from home, personal Wi-Fi networks, and cloud app sprawl create blind spots and open doors for attackers.

The 6 Remote Work Risks Every SMB Must Address

✅ Unsecured Home Networks - Employees often use Wi-Fi routers with default credentials, outdated firmware, or weak encryption — making them easy targets for attackers who want a backdoor into your business systems.

✅ Unmanaged Devices - If users connect personal laptops or phones to company platforms, you can’t enforce updates, antivirus, or policies. One compromised device can infect the entire network.

✅ Credential Reuse - Many employees still reuse passwords across personal and work systems. If their personal Netflix login is breached, your business data might be next.

✅ Lack of Visibility - Do you know which devices accessed your files this week? From where? At what time? Without centralized monitoring, you’re flying blind.

✅ Cloud Misconfigurations - Remote work depends on platforms like SharePoint, Dropbox, and Zoom — but when improperly secured, they become massive liability points.

✅ Phishing at Home - Away from the office, employees may be more likely to fall for phishing or social engineering — especially without regular training and testing.

What We Implement for Remote Clients

• Enforced MFA and conditional access policies

• Full endpoint protection on all devices — even personally owned

• DNS filtering, data loss prevention, and cloud app monitoring

• Secure VPN access with geo-fencing and device compliance checks

• Monthly phishing simulations + continuous cyber awareness
  

Bottom Line

Your workforce may be remote, but your security responsibilities are not. At Computer Solutions, we treat every remote endpoint like a branch office — with the same standards, the same controls, and the same 24/7 oversight.

What You Should Do Right Now

✅ Step 1: Get your free CyberScore report - Scan your remote workforce environment for gaps, exposures, and risky behaviors. https://app.thecyberscore.com/?id=marioncs

✅ Step 2: Book a 15-minute consultation with Dr. John - Let’s walk through your team’s remote access setup — and secure it properly. https://calendly.com/dr_john/15min

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