Four Tele-commuting Security Mistakes

1. Careless use of Wi-Fi and accessing unsecured open networks
2. Letting family and friends use work-issued devices and attaching unauthorised peripherals
   
3. Altering or deleting security settings to view Web sites that have been blocked by the company
4. Leaving a work-issued device in an unsecured place or public location

Security is a good mind-set to adopt

For more information and assistance, speak to your IT Helpdesk and Security personnel . They have a range of proven and tested (approved) tools, which are closely aligned with simple operating procedures and guidelines to help you reduce the potential impact of threats and vulnerabilities. The effective use and implementation of these, is up to you.

Remember to check with the security guys regularly. There is always something new going on in their world that will directly affect your business world.

If in doubt give the Security doctor a shout!

As with most things, it is always easier to find security issues and threats before they escalate into a crisis. A mild infection can be treated quickly and effectively if brought to their attention early but, if left untreated, there is always the risk of cross-infection to other members of staff, with the potential loss of a limb or vital organ.

In your business world, it is your server, applications and your data that keeps you alive! You don't want to lose any of these or even break the arterial chain that holds them together.