As part of Work From Home Security and Protection Week, Keeper Security, a leader in privileged access management (PAM) solutions with a zero-trust and zero-knowledge approach, issues an urgent call for companies to review their cybersecurity strategies and strengthen the protection of their sensitive data against the rising threats in remote work environments.
Cybersecurity Risks in Remote Work
The rise of remote and hybrid work has significantly expanded the attack surface for cybercriminals. Employees using personal devices, home networks, and cloud-based services with insufficient security measures create critical vulnerabilities that attackers quickly exploit.
- Increase in Security Breaches: The global average cost of a data breach has reached $4.88 million, reflecting the financial impact of unchecked vulnerabilities.
- Internal and External Threats: Phishing campaigns, reuse of weak passwords, and lack of multi-factor authentication (MFA) are some of the primary attack vectors.
- Lack of Visibility: Without robust solutions like privileged access management (PAM), a security breach involving a remote employee can compromise an organization’s most sensitive systems.
Strategies to Address Remote Work Challenges
Keeper Security recommends a comprehensive cybersecurity approach that includes the following measures:
- Restrict Access to Critical Systems: Limit access to sensitive data solely to authorized personnel.
- Adopt Zero Trust Security Models: Verify every access request regardless of its origin.
- Protect Credentials: Implement secure password managers to prevent password reuse and ensure proper storage.
- Continuous Staff Education: Regularly train employees to identify phishing attempts and maintain good security practices.
- Real-time Monitoring: Invest in tools that monitor network activity and allow for responsive action to suspicious behavior.
KeeperPAM: A Comprehensive Solution for Distributed Environments
KeeperPAM® is presented as a robust solution to mitigate the risks associated with remote and hybrid work. Its key features include:
- Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Manages access permissions based on users’ specific roles.
- Just-In-Time (JIT) Access: Reduces the time systems are exposed to unnecessary access.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Identifies suspicious activities, tracks user sessions, and ensures compliance through audits.
KeeperPAM meets the highest security standards, including SOC 2 Type II, FedRAMP, and ISO 27001, 27017, and 27018 certifications, ensuring secure integration into existing infrastructures.
A Call to Action
During Work From Home Security Week, Keeper Security emphasizes the need to invest in advanced technologies and adopt preventative measures to mitigate risks in distributed work environments. Protecting sensitive company data is not only vital to avoid financial losses but also essential for maintaining the trust of customers and employees.