CLOUD & CYBER
increased activity on networks intended for customers and a generalised increased use of online services .
When working from home , employees might be tempted to bypass existing controls on access and processes that may require extra effort and take unsecured detours , potentially making their devices vulnerable , hence why aforementioned endpoint detection and response tools as well as virtual private networks have become a necessity for many organisations . According to McKinsey , the answer for cybersecurity professionals involves “ focusing on critical operating needs , testing plans for managing security and technology risks , monitoring for new cyberthreats , and balancing protection with business continuity .”
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