Securing the Distributed Workforce in the New Normal
Summary
The shift to a distributed workforce, accelerated by the pandemic, has exacerbated cybersecurity risks. Organizations face challenges including Shadow IT, lack of employee awareness, and the insider threat. This session will address enforcing security postures for remote teams, emphasizing employee accountability, and mitigating insider threats.
IFF Assessment
The article highlights increased cyber-attacks and new vulnerabilities created by the shift to distributed workforces, posing challenges for defenders.
Defender Context
Defenders must adapt security strategies to account for the persistent challenges of distributed work, such as increased Shadow IT and insider threats. Emphasis on employee training and clear security policies is crucial to shore up defenses against attackers exploiting these expanded attack surfaces.