A Practical Guide to Secure Online Work for Outsourced Teams
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Many companies now have their work done by remote workers located around the globe. This flexibility of working is powerful and lets businesses get their job done at reasonable costs. However, it also presents an unavoidable challenge for many, and that challenge is online security.
As you know, cyber risks have evolved too much. Companies that outsource their work often have to share sensitive data. Yet, at the company level, they do have security systems; however, when outsourced to an individual on the other continent, it puts that data at risk.
In this post, we will discuss some common security risks that outsourced teams can face and how to secure them against these risks.
Why Security Matters More in Outsourced Teams?
Before delving into the cybersecurity challenges that outsourced teams face, let’s discuss why they are important.
- Sensitive client data is often shared remotely, increasing the risk of leaks.
- Inconsistent security practices across borders (e.g., weak passwords, outdated devices).
- Higher chances of phishing and social engineering attacks on remote workers.
- A single weak link can expose the entire team.
Strong security fosters client trust and maintains stable outsourcing relationships.
Common Security Risks Outsourced Teams Face
The following are some common cybersecurity risks that outsourced teams and remote workers often encounter.
Unsecured Wi-Fi and Public Networks
The first and most common risk comes from public Wi-Fi networks. Many of the outsourced teams include freelance members who work independently, such as from coffee shops, airports, or shared workspaces. That is where most of them get their device connected to a public Wi-Fi network that is easy for hackers to exploit.
This becomes riskier when people connect to wifi by scanning the QR codes using the mobile's built-in feature. When scanned, their device instantly connects to the network without displaying the network name or password. The person getting connected doesn’t know whether they are routed via a third party.
This is where cybercriminals manipulate QR codes and carry out attacks on outsourced teams. And know that, without proper protection, sensitive data can be intercepted and compromised.
Weak or Shared Passwords
After the network comes the passwords.
Many remote workers are accustomed to using the same generic passwords for all their accounts. This is good for them in remembering the password. However, the practice is too dangerous, as generic passwords are among the easiest targets of cybercriminals.
Plus, there is a mistake that outsourcing companies also made. They share login details with the entire team, which also puts the accounts' security at risk.
Both the habits mentioned above make it easier for attackers to gain access.
Phishing and Social Engineering
Yet many of the outsourced workers are now familiar with phishing attacks and know the importance of clicking on a link. They know how to inspect a link before clicking on it.
However, many new remote workers often become the target of phishing scams and social engineering attacks. They are frequently targeted by phishing emails that impersonate clients, managers, or reputable services. A single click on a malicious link can open the door to a cyberattack. The primary reason is a lack of awareness.
Use of Personal vs. Company-Owned Devices
Not all businesses provide devices to outsourced teams. Many people use their own laptops or phones, which may lack essential security features such as security updates, firewalls, or antivirus protection. This creates uneven levels of safety.
How to Get Secured Against These Risks?
Now, you know the cybersecurity risks faced by outsourced teams. Below is how to get protected against these risks.
Use Safer Methods When Connecting to Wi-Fi
As mentioned earlier, public Wi-Fi is one of the easiest ways for hackers to slip into a device. The primary reason for being targeted is being directly connected to them.
However, this can be avoided by using a QR scanner tool instead of a phone’s built-in feature. This is because online QR scanners let you preview the actual network name and details before joining.
This helps ensure that the QR code for Wi-Fi has not been tampered with, routing you through a malicious connection.
Avoid Weak or Shared Passwords
Never reuse the same password for multiple accounts. Plus, avoid sharing credentials across the team. A simple fix is to enforce unique, strong passwords for every account.
To make your passwords stronger, use a mix of:
- Capital letters
- Small letters
- Numbers
- Special characters
Add two-factor authentication (2FA) on top, so even if one password is leaked, the account remains protected.
Verify Suspicious Links
Remember the phishing attacks we talked about in the previous section. They involve the use of phishing emails, which trick newbies into clicking on fake links that seem identical to real ones.
So, if you receive emails from a new address asking you to click on a link, do one thing: perform a DNS lookup. Run the domain name inside that email address through an online DNS lookup tool. This will help you confirm whether the domain is genuine or linked to something suspicious.
This might look like an extra step to you, but in reality, it can save entire teams from falling victim to phishing attacks.
End Lines
Outsourcing work to remote teams around the globe is a good practice for both companies and service providers. It allows companies to reduce project costs and enables remote/freelance workers to work from their comfort zone.
However, despite the benefits of outsourcing, it also poses certain cybersecurity risks that put the company's data/information at risk. A few such risks have been described in this blog post and shared the ways you can get secured against them.
We hope that going through them has helped you learn what necessary measures should be taken when outsourcing work or accepting an outsourced project.
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