Significant social events are usually a catalyst for new threats to emerge – there are always malicious people looking to exploit others during times of crisis. The current COVID-19 telework situation is no different.
Cybercriminals understand that times of rapid transition can cause serious disruptions for organizations. In the rush to make sure that workforces remain productive and ensure business continuity, things like security protocols may get overlooked, and criminals are looking to take advantage of any inadvertent security gaps.