Knowledge base
December 08, 2025
Snow outside? Keep your IT running safely inside
Snow creates atmosphere. Working from home then sounds logical and pleasant. But it is precisely on days like this that we see more IT incidents occur. Not because of hackers who are suddenly more active, but because of quick choices. Just logging in at home, just using a private wifi network, just bypassing something because it’s slow.
That “even” is often enough for trouble.
Why working from home poses additional risks
Working from home moves your IT environment. Not physically, but technically. Users work outside your controlled network. Devices are not always up to date. Connections run over networks you have no visibility into.
Most common risks:
Unsecured connections
Access corporate data via private Wi-Fi or public networks without additional security
Slow or unstable access
Users seek workarounds when applications are poorly accessible
No visibility into data traffic
You can’t see who is logging in where and what is being accessed
Overly broad permissions
Employees often have more access than necessary
Working safely from home starts with the right tools
Good security does not start with rules, but with technology that is right.
Global Secure Access
Zero Trust means: never automatically trust. Each user and device is continuously monitored. Data loss is actively prevented even outside the office.
Citrix Workspace
Users gain secure, controlled access to applications and desktops. Data stays in the data center or cloud. Not on the user’s device.
Traditional VPN
A VPN can work fine, but only if it is set up properly. Segmentation, logging and monitoring are not extras. They are necessary.
Practical tips for today
These are quick checks you can do today:
Enable MFA for all remote tools
No exceptions. Also not for “internal” users
Update VPN clients and endpoint security
Outdated software is an open door
Monitor login locations
Unusual countries or times are a signal
Apply least privilege
Allow access only to what someone really needs
How we handle this ourselves at ALTA-ICT
We use this combination ourselves. Not because it sounds nice, but because it works. Everything is set up according to our ISO27001-certified way of working. That means fixed controls, logging, monitoring and clear agreements.
No complicated stories. Just a grip on who can access what and why.
Need a sparring session about working safely from home?
Are you unsure if your layout still fits how work is done now? Or do you just want to check that you haven’t overlooked anything?
Feel free to schedule a call at alta-ict.co.uk/appointment-making. We think practically with you.
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