At URL Pro we understand that information security doesn't end with digital systems: it is also at stake at every desk and every screen. Welcome to Riesgo Zero, the space where we learn to protect what makes us great.
Control 7.7 of ISO/IEC 27001:2022
"Clear desk and clear screen" establishes that every document, device, or sensitive piece of information must be kept out of sight when the workstation is not in use, and that screens must lock after a period of inactivity. It is one of the simplest and, at the same time, most effective measures for reducing the risk of exposing confidential information.
The mirage of the clean desk
At first glance, a tidy desk might seem like a synonym for security. But behind a turned-off monitor and a clear surface, there can be hidden notes with passwords, confidential documents, and unprotected devices. What you hide matters: securing the environment means going beyond appearances.
The consequences of not applying it
When the desk and the screen aren't properly protected, information is left exposed to unauthorized access and data leaks. It only takes a moment of carelessness, an unlocked screen, or a forgotten document in plain sight to compromise the confidentiality of the whole operation.
Theft of confidential information
An unattended desk is an opportunity for anyone looking to access sensitive information without authorization. The risk doesn't always come from outside: it can also arise within our own offices.
The result of a data breach
The consequences of a data breach go far beyond the technical: unauthorized access, information hijacking, and legal and operational consequences that can jeopardize business continuity.
Securing information through a clean desk and clean screen
Keeping the desk and screen clean protects confidential information from unauthorized access, prevents data leaks, and strengthens URL Pro's physical security.
- Lock your device every time you step away from your workstation
- Keep sensitive documents under lock at the end of the workday
- Avoid leaving notes with passwords in plain sight
- Erase whiteboards and surfaces with confidential information
Thank you for your time joining us for this edition of Riesgo Zero. What you hide matters: secure your environment.
URL Pro Security Officer
