Keeping your organization’s data secure is important when it comes to any device used for business functions. Whether it be a company-managed device to a personal BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), it’s important to understand tools for supporting Zero Trust that can help keep your organization secure.
Yesterday, we reviewed the device Zero Trust and how it adds an extra layer of protection to help prevent malicious attacks. Today, we’re highlighting the importance of using a VPN within a Zero Trust environment.
A VPN (Virtual Private Network) is used to secure your connection to public Wi-Fi. By creating a data tunnel between your local network and an exit node in another location, it provides your organization online privacy and anonymity even if you are using a public internet connection at home, in the airport, or at a hotel.
With a VPN, your employees can log in and keep their business activities and locations hidden from hackers and internet service providers. Without a VPN, your browsing activity can easily be tracked.
Having a VPN can help hide:
- Browsing history
- IP address and location
- Location for streaming
- Devices
- Web activity
It's important to note that a VPN should not be the only security solution used. A VPN can be compromised if it's connected to a hacked device. This is why it's important to maintain a Zero Trust security posture to ensure that hackers will be denied access to your network through the continuous validation of Zero Trust methods.
If an organization has employees who work remotely or are on a hybrid schedule, it's crucial to have a conversation with a Managed Services professional to ensure your data stays safe. To learn more about Zero Trust or to review your current security posture, contact PCS today.