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title: 8 Remote Work Security Mistakes You Should Avoid
description: "A security loophole is all it takes for a cybercriminal to wreak havoc on your company's systems, and working remotely only exacerbates the problem. As a remote worker, you are a more appealing target for hackers since there are more opportunities for them to exploit vulnerabilities. \n\nTo mitigate the security vulnerabilities associated with remote work, you need to be aware of common mistakes to avoid and take steps to protect yourself."
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## [8 Remote Work Security Mistakes You Should Avoid](https://blog.ncst.com/8-remote-work-security-mistakes-you-should-avoid1653928297)

Posted by [Mike Turicchi](https://blog.ncst.com/author/mike-turicchi) on May 30, 2022, 12:31:37 PM

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A security loophole is all it takes for a cybercriminal to wreak havoc on your company's systems, and working remotely only exacerbates the problem. As a remote worker, you are a more appealing target for hackers since there are more opportunities for them to exploit vulnerabilities. To mitigate the security vulnerabilities associated with remote work, you need to be aware of common mistakes to avoid and take steps to protect yourself.

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