Working from Home Security Questionnaire

Are you prepared for cyberattacks targeting your critical work data? This questionnaire is for anyone who works away from their office, and for anyone who wants to improve the security of their digital devices. If any of your answers don't match our best practices (you'll find our recommended answers in bold), we can help.

Data Security

How secure is your data?

Yes No
Does anyone else use your work computer?
If possible, only you should have access to the devices you use for work.
Yes No
Is your device configured to run automatic updates?
Our automatic patch management solution makes it easy.
Yes No
Are you using encryption, such as BitLocker, for your computer?
Encrypting your device protects your data if it's stolen.
Yes No
Are you using the latest version of your operating system (OS)?
The latest version of an OS often includes critical patches to security gaps.
Yes No
Is your work data stored on your corporate network?
Protect critical information by storing it on your corporate network rather than your remote device.

WE CAN HELP SECURE YOUR DATA

Password Security

Do you have strong password management?

Yes No
Do you have an effective password for your work computer?
Your password should be at least 11 characters long and include a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols.
Yes No
Are any of your passwords written on paper?
Use a password manager, such as Bitwarden or LastPass, instead. Most password managers are free, with the option to upgrade to unlock additional features.
Yes No
Do you have any unencrypted passwords?
If you have something worth protecting with a password, it's also worth protecting the password.
Yes No
Does your remote access tool (TakeControl, VPN, RDS) automatically lock when left open?
Remote connections become a risk if left open and unattended.
Yes No
Is your device set to lock automatically in case you forget to lock it?
Set up your computer and other devices to lock automatically.

WE CAN HELP SECURE YOUR PASSWORDS

Email Security

Is your email secure?

Yes No
Do you send sensitive information, such as credit card details, via email?
Email leaves trails of unencrypted information in inboxes, trashes, and web browsers.
Yes No
Do you know how to check an email header to determine its legitimacy?
Learn how to protect yourself from phishing attacks.
Yes No
Do you have a spam filter and know how to train it?
Stratum offers spam filtering trained with data from more than two million domains.
Yes No
Do you know how to securely share files with people outside your organization?
Learn how to use a secure link.
Yes No
Do you know the common signs of a phishing scam?
Phishing attacks are on the rise.

WE CAN HELP SECURE YOUR EMAIL

Phone Security

Is your smartphone secure?

Yes No
Do you know the common signs of a vishing scam?
It's the telephone equivalent of phishing. Learn more.
Yes No
Do you know the common signs of a smishing scam?
Smishing, or SMS phishing, is commonly used to impersonate trusted institutions such as banks.
Yes No
Is your SIM card encrypted?
SIM card swaps can affect you. Learn more.
Yes No
Are your location services tracking you?
Depending on your privacy preferences, you may want to stop this. (Android, Apple)
Yes No
Are you aware of caller ID spoofing?
Make sure you understand what is possible and what measures you can take.
Yes No
Is your phone protected by a password, PIN, or fingerprint?
Protect your phone if it falls into the wrong hands.
Yes No
Do you use public Wi-Fi on your smartphone?
Most Wi-Fi hotspots aren't encrypted, so anyone within range can eavesdrop. Stay safe

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Network Security

Is your network prepared for a malicious actor?

Yes No
Does your network name include your street address or family name?
Malicious actors are better able to access your Internet service if they know who it belongs to.
Yes No
Do you have an active firewall built into your router?
Firewalls provide protection from cyberattacks against your wireless network.
Yes No
Is wireless security enabled on your router?
Wireless security protects a Wi-Fi network from unauthorized access.
Yes No
Are you using WPA2 with AES encryption for your home Wi-Fi network?
The security of your router depends on it. Consult your router's manual on how to enable it.
Yes No
Have you changed the default admin password for your router?
The default password for most routers is very easy to guess or look up.
Yes No
Is anyone outside your immediate family using your home Wi-Fi network?
It's worth knowing who has access to your network.