As remote work and connecting while traveling has become the norm, mobile device security responsibilities have also increased.
We take our smartphones, tablets and laptops to airports, cafes and other public places, so the threat of a cyber attack targeting our devices is constant. There are some best practices to consider to improve mobile device security, screen privacy and overall digital hygiene.
Keep Your Devices Secure
A key element of traveling securely is to keep your devices where you can see them and constantly on your person if possible. All devices should be password-protected or biometric (fingerprint/facial recognition) protected with strong and unique passwords. Update operating systems and applications to reduce the risk of exploits for cybercriminals to use easily.
While your phone will not always be hacked because an app is out of date, it does increase the risk that it could be exploited, so always keep the operating system and apps up to date to avoid this potential attack vector being available for cybercriminals to leverage your phone and steal data.
Screen Privacy Protectors
Potential eavesdroppers can steal information from you by looking at what you are doing on the screen, either next to you, above you, or behind you. A good inexpensive remedy is a privacy screen protector that easily clips to your laptop monitor or sticks to your screen. Screen Privacy Protectors are also available for your cell phone. It limits the viewing angle of your screen unless you are looking directly into it, as people sitting beside or standing behind cannot read the display. It can save you from accidental data leaks, especially if reading confidential or sensitive information in public places.
Prioritize Mobile Device Security
Since remote work and travel have become part of our lives, robust mobile device security is necessary. Keep your mobile device up to date and employ privacy screen guards to protect data from unauthorized people. Stay safe in this digital age and be proactive and aware! Keep yourself safe and worry-free while you work and travel.
