Why Office Closures Are Prime Time for Attackers?
The holiday season is a time for rest, celebration and well‑earned office closures. But while businesses wind down, cyber criminals ramp up. Attackers don’t take holidays – in fact, they often strike when organisations are least prepared. For Australian businesses, staying secure during the festive season is about more than IT hygiene; it’s about protecting operations, reputation and customer trust.
Why Holidays Increase Risk
When offices close, several factors combine to create the perfect storm for attackers:
Reduced staff presence: Fewer eyes on systems means suspicious activity can go unnoticed.
Delayed response times: IT teams may be unavailable or slower to react during closures.
Increased remote access: Employees logging in from home or mobile devices expand the attack surface.
Seasonal distractions: Staff are focused on holidays, not phishing emails or unusual login alerts.
Solutions for Holiday Resilience
Partner with a trusted IT managed service provider: Continuous monitoring and expert support ensure your systems stay protected, even when your office is closed.
Secure your Microsoft 365 tenancy: Enforce multi-factor authentication (MFA), apply conditional access, protect sensitive data and regularly audit permissions to keep your cloud environment safe.
Invest in 24/7 Managed Detection & Response (MDR): Round‑the‑clock monitoring, rapid detection and immediate response contain threats before they cause harm.
Conclusion
Cyber criminals don’t take holidays – but with proactive measures, your business can. By partnering with Orlo One, securing Microsoft 365 and adopting 24/7 MDR, you can enjoy the festive season with peace of mind, knowing your organisation is protected.
Talk to Orlo One today to safeguard your business this holiday season.
