More and more businesses encourage staff to use their own personal cell to access company data.
It’s very convenient and cost effective for everyone. Isn’t that the point of having all your data and apps in the cloud? You can access anything anywhere on any device.
But there are downsides. Any time someone accesses business data on a device that you don’t control, it opens windows of opportunity for cyber criminals.
Here are 3 scary questions to ask yourself.
What happens if someone’s phone is lost or stolen?
What’s a pain for them could be a nightmare for you. Would you be able to encrypt your business’s data or delete it remotely? Would it be easy for a stranger to unlock the device and access the apps installed?
What happens if someone taps a bad link?
Lots of people read their email on their phone. If they tap on a bad link in a phishing email (a fake email that looks like it’s from a real company), is your business’s data safe?
Despite what many people think, phones can be hacked in a similar way to your computer.
What happens when someone leaves?
Do you have a plan to block their ongoing access to your business’s apps and data? It’s the thing many business owners and managers forget when staff change.
If you haven’t already, create a cell phone security plan to go with your general IT security plan. Make sure everyone in your business knows what it is and what to do if they suspect anything is wrong.
If you need a hand, don’t forget that a trusted IT security partner (like us) can give you the right guidance.