Please be extra vigilant while remote working through VPN, AnyDesk or TeamViewer and specifically watch out for phishing emails related to COVID-19.
Criminals are exploiting the portals used by workers accessing company systems while remote working by targeting individuals and companies with phishing lures promising useful information and/or fictitious ‘safety measures’ about COVID-19. The phishing emails use branding associated with trusted sources, such as local health agencies, the World Health Organisation and other government organisations.
Criminals are seeking to make money out of exploiting people’s fears over COVID-19 by stealing information once individuals click on hyperlinks or attachments within the email.
Here are some tips linked to the five golden rules of information security to help you remain secure:
Think Before You Click!
Keep your password safe
Always lock your computer
Protect confidential information
Be discreet in public and online