This document discusses cybersecurity tips for remote workers during the COVID-19 pandemic from a Finnish cybersecurity company. The company provides tips on using company-issued devices and VPN for work, not personal devices or unsecured networks. They recommend employers require VPN use and secure employee devices working remotely due to increased security risks when not on corporate networks. The company will continue providing remote work cybersecurity tips in upcoming weeks.

1. Cyber security in remote
work

2. Who are we and why are we
talking about this subject?
We are a cybersecurity company based in Finland.
We started our business in 2009 and since then
have been working on preventing and researching
targeted attacks.
In addition to this specialization, we also offer
services catering to other areas of cybersecurity.
We have worked in the security field for over 10
years, so our tips are based on the knowledge and
skills that we have gained over the years.
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3. The coronavirus impact on
remote work and cyber
security risks
o The coronavirus has had a huge impact
on all businesses worldwide.
o Over the last weeks the amount of
remote workers has grown enormously.
o There’s most likely a huge percentage of
employees out there who are working
remotely for the first time ever.
o This has put both employers and
employees in totally new situations.
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4. Did you know that working remotely
significantly increases the risk of
getting your devices infected?
It is important to know how to keep your data safe!

5. And we are here to
help you!
For the next few weeks we are
going to give you some tips to
make your remote work as safe
as possible.
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6. Let’s have a look at this week’s tips!
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Are you ready?

7. When you are working,
always use your work devices
for work, never your personal
ones.
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Also, do not use your work
devices for any personal things.
Why?
For example, do not use your work
computer to do online banking or
download files or applications that are
not work related.

8. If you use your personal computer
for work, there is a chance that
malicious software can jump from
your computer to your company’s
network.
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The mobile phone or computer you
are using might have weak or non-
existent security and protection
against malicious software.
We’ll tell you
why!
Next week, we are looking at securing
devices in greater detail. Follow us so you
won’t miss it!

9. When you are working
remotely, always use your
company’sVPN (Virtual
Private Network) when it is
available.
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What is aVPN ? Why?AVPN creates an encrypted
connection between the
device and a network. It
ensures that your sensitive
data is transmitted safely
over the internet.

10. It is safer to do any work-related
activities with aVPN connection
since it is encrypted.This private
connection is essential to prevent
anyone from spying on your
connection or activities
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If someone unwanted has access to
your network, they could spy on
your network traffic and your
sensitive work activities.This could
provide them with information to
attack/breach your company.

11. Remember, that even though you are working remotely, the only
thing that really has changed is your location.
Maintain the same carefulness as you would if you were at the
office.
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12. Hey! Employers!The
next ones are for you!
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13. Tips for employers
Most likely yourVPN has a limited load capacity.That is
why it is important that theVPN is only being used for
business matters to prevent the connection slowing
down or dropping completely. Communicate this clearly
to employees and block connections to streaming/social
sites if all else fails.
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14. Tips for employers
AVPN establishes an encrypted connection. It is safer for
your company to have all the employees usingVPN.
Make it a requirement!
Employers can never be sure if their employee’s personal
computer is an information security risk. (It most likely
is)
That is why we stress the importance of using aVPN and
work devices for work.
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15. Let us know in the comment
section or contact us on our
webpage:
www.fitsec.com
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Are there any questions or
problems concerning
information security or remote
work you would like to get an
answer to?

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oWe will be back next
week with new tips!
Our subject will be
securing devices.
oIn the meantime, you are more
than welcome to visit our
webpage www.fitsec.com and
see if our products and services
can help you.
Follow us so you’ll get a notification about
our new tips!