How 2021 Is Changing the Corporate Cybersecurity Landscape by Anas Chbib

The pandemic has disrupted every aspect of human activity. From grocery shopping to human resources, everything has been forced to change or adapt to this socially distant way of life. Unfortunately, some of these changes have brought about disastrous consequences.

In the midst of all the chaos and lifestyle changes, cybersecurity has suffered the most. Due to rushed continuity plans, the increased reliance on remote work environments, and much more, cyber criminals have been able to take advantage of the lack of order and control incited by the COVID-19 pandemic. But with 2020 in the rear mirror, security experts will have to find new and innovative ways to mitigate the cybersecurity risks affecting organizations and households, including crises that are on the horizon.

The Transition to Remote Work

One of the most tangible changes for modern businesses during the pandemic is the transition to a work-from-home business model. While remote work allows organizations to operate safely and at all, it does present a series of challenges and risks, especially as it relates to home cybersecurity. The rise in pandemic cyber attacks should not come as a surprise, however. By working from home, businesses sacrifice many of the tools that IT leaders rely on to reliably secure their company’s digital assets. 

Arguably, the most vulnerable security endpoint of any enterprise is its employees. According to a 2020 data breach incident....

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