Security News > 2023 > February > NSA shares guidance on how to secure your home network
The U.S. National Security Agency has issued guidance to help remote workers secure their home networks and defend their devices from attacks.
"At a minimum, you should schedule weekly reboots of your routing device, smartphones, and computers. Regular reboots help to remove implants and ensure security," the NSA said.
"Your router is the gateway into your home network. Without proper security and patching, it is more likely to be compromised, which can lead to the compromise of other devices on the network as well," the NSA said.
"To minimize vulnerabilities and improve security, the routing devices on your home network should be updated to the latest patches, preferably through automatic updates."
Previously, the NSA also provided tips on securing wireless devices, voice or video communications, and IPsec Virtual Private Networks, as well as reducing location tracking risks.
"In the age of telework, your home network can be used as an access point for nation-state actors and cybercriminals to steal sensitive information. We can minimize this risk by securing our devices and networks, and through safe online behavior," NSA Cybersecurity Technical Director Neal Ziring said today.