Paradigma de las nuevas organizaciones: Ventajas y riesgos de los nuevos modelos de trabajo

María de las Mercedes de Obesso Arias; Margarita Núnez-Canal

doi:10.31637/epsir-2025-1258

Authors

María de las Mercedes de Obesso Arias ESIC University https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2165-7856
Margarita Núnez-Canal Nebrija University https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5377-1592

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31637/epsir-2025-1258

Keywords:

Threats, Cyber-attack, Cybersecurity, Hacktivism, Teleworking, Remote work, Computer virus, Vulnerabilities

Abstract

Introduction: As teleworking has become more common, the cybersecurity implications and risks have been increasing for organizations. While remote work offers numerous benefits, including increased flexibility and productivity, it also expands the attack surface for cyber threats. This article examines the cybersecurity risks arising from the rise of telecommuting in the European context and suggests mitigation strategies. Methodology: A literature review of the latest published studies on remote work has been carried out, with special emphasis on data protection and cybersecurity as the most pressing risk elements in an economy impacted by artificial intelligence models. Results: There is an increase in teleworking, while cyber-attacks on companies and institutions are on the rise. Discussions: Teleworking is considered a relevant phenomenon in global and delocalized organizations, which implies taking into account the high risk of implementing remote work without incorporating a preventive plan. Conclusions: Technical and human factors will always pose a security risk in remote work. The difference will be marked by the planning and foresight capacity of the companies to deal with it.

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Author Biographies

María de las Mercedes de Obesso Arias, ESIC University

Degree in Business Administration and Management from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, PhD in Economics from the Universidad San Pablo CEU. Accredited as a contract-doctor with a recognised six-year research period. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Undergraduate and postgraduate lecturer at ESIC University. Researcher, line of research, business, organisation, digital competences in education, artificial intelligence and digitalisation. She is currently Vice-Rector for Quality at ESIC University.

Margarita Núnez-Canal, Nebrija University

Degree in Law from the Universidad Complutense de Madrid, PhD from the Universidad CEU San Pablo. Accredited with a contract-doctorate with a recognised six-year research period. Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Undergraduate and postgraduate lecturer at Nebrija University. Researcher, line of research, business, entrepreneurship, digital competences in education, artificial intelligence and digitalisation. She is currently Director of Postgraduate Studies at Nebrija Business School.

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