This increases the potential for an attack.
We have previously seen personal devices
undergo numerous malware attacks, for
instance in 2017 McAfee researchers
identified 144 apps on the Google Play store
that contained a new malware strain, Grabos.
If this malware was downloaded on the
company network, it could lead to a data
breach disaster.
How to avoid this but still give
employees freedom?
One option to avoid these breaches is to
block personal devices and using social
media in the work place. However, the
fact is, employees want to use their new
gadgets and access apps in the office and
companies want to entice new staff by
allowing them.
Rather than restrict employees, it is
important to educate them on what is
likely a phishing scam or a malware riddled
piece of software and help them become
the first line of defence. Businesses can
also ensure they are avoiding major data
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WITH THE RIGHT
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breaches by having full visibility over what
devices are connected to their network.
Using systems that identify all devices on
the network at any given time, like an IP
address management system, can provide
real-time visibility of anything connected to
the company network.
They can also secure their network through
DNS security solutions that will alert them
of any new assets or devices that are joining
the system so they can identify and block
malicious activity quickly.
Get ahead of the cybercriminals
Personal devices and consumer apps aren’t
going to go away from the workplace. In
fact, each year a new device will be on
trend and people will immediately want it
on their desk.
These will provide a whole new host of ways
that make it much easier for cybercriminals
to access company data. We are essentially
making it easier for them each time we buy
a new toy. But, the war is not lost. With the
right solutions, companies can get ahead of
their staff and protect networks no matter
what new gadgets are suddenly connected
to them. n
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