Reaching your systems securely.
WHAT REMOTE ACCESS MEANS
Reaching business systems from outside your premises.
WHAT TO SECURE
Every route in: remote desktop, file access, administrative interfaces.
THE PRINCIPLE
Nothing administrative exposed directly to the internet without protection.
WHAT TO USE
Encrypted connections Strong authentication with a second factor Restriction by address, where practical
WHAT NOT TO DO
Expose remote desktop or administrative panels openly Use weak credentials on anything reachable externally
WHY
Anything reachable is found by automated scanning within hours.
FOR STAFF WORKING REMOTELY
Establish what they may access and how Require the same standards as in the office Provide the means to comply
WHAT TO MONITOR
Access at unexpected times or from unexpected places.
WHAT TO REMOVE
Remote access no longer needed.
WHAT TO REVIEW
Who has remote access, quarterly.
