SecureWorld News

MARCH 20, 2024

In this regard, many have touted cyber insurance as the knight in shining armor, the end all-be all in terms of mitigating criminals' assaults on your network. On top of this, a significant 41% of victims opted to pay the ransom, which is a difficult decision that's fraught with its own respective complexities and risks.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Editor’s note: I recently had the chance to participate in a discussion about the overall state of privacy and cybersecurity with Erin Kapczynski, OneRep’s senior vice president of B2B marketing. How did you first get interested in cybersecurity as a career? Erin: So, let’s get started. What drew you to this field?

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 1, 2023

One aspect of these cyberattacks that has been hotly debated is the role that cybersecurity insurance plays in these incidents. To better understand the relationship between insurance and ransomware, U.K.-based This widely-held belief has fueled debates in policy-making circles and cybersecurity discussions.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 25, 2021

Cyber Threats have increased on enterprise networks and all thanks to the latest trend of work from home that is being practiced by most of the firms operating across the globe to prevent the spread of Corona Virus. The post Work from home increases Cyber Threats on Enterprises appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 17, 2025

In response, Krispy Kreme immediately engaged external cybersecurity experts, implemented containment measures, and notified federal law enforcement. The breach not only halted a critical revenue stream but also incurred costs related to system restoration, cybersecurity consulting, and potential reputational damage.

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SC Magazine

MAY 24, 2021

In a report released May 20, the Government Accountability Office looked at how the private cybersecurity insurance market has developed over the past five yearsRich Baich is global chief information security officer for insurance giant AIG. Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images).

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Centraleyes

MAY 21, 2025

Leading a university also means managing a very complex set of risks: cyberattacks, financial instability, regulatory shifts, and reputational fallout, just to name a few. These risks threaten an institutions ability to educate, innovate, and serve its community. Top Challenges in Risk Management for Colleges and Universities 1.

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CSO Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2023

US financial institutions see peer-to-peer fraud and other digital fraud as the biggest cybersecurity concern in 2023. It was cited by 29% of respondents in a survey by Computer Systems Inc. CSI), followed by data breaches (23%), ransomware (20%) and a breach at a third party (15%).

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Webroot

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

In today’s world, both small businesses and everyday consumers face a growing number of cyber threats. OpenText’s 2024 Threat Hunter Perspective sheds light on what’s coming next and how to protect yourself. Ensure your cybersecurity measures are updated and your employees are trained to spot phishing attempts.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

Chief Financial Officers aka CFOs are ignoring billions of dollars loss incurred through cyber risks and threats, says a survey. Interestingly, over 87% of survey respondents are over-confident that their companies can overcome any level of threats, although their current Cybersecurity posture was never tested to the core.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2020

Trends of cyber insurance claims for 2020. Coalition, a cyber insurance company, recently released a report detailing the categories of cyber attacks as well as the cause behind the attacks for the first half of 2020. The company says that ransomware accounted for 41% of cyber claims. Cyber insurance works.

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Cytelligence

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Cyber threats have become a significant concern for businesses of all sizes. The cost of cyber attacks, including financial losses, reputational damage, and legal consequences, can be staggering. To mitigate these risks, businesses often invest in cyber insurance. This is where CYPFER comes in.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 28, 2024

Department of Treasury on March 27th released a report titled "Managing Artificial Intelligence-Specific Cybersecurity Risks in the Financial Services Sector." The report highlights the growing concern around artificial intelligence (AI) and its potential to introduce new cybersecurity threats to the financial industry.

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SC Magazine

APRIL 23, 2021

Richards argues that this rise has a dramatic impact on a company’s risk profile and one reason why security ratings scores are not always useful. Security ratings services have become a popular way for companies to assess their own cybersecurity posture, as well as that of their partners. FBI CreativeCommons CC PDM 1.0. Usually not.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 18, 2024

Cybersecurity risks increase every year and bludgeon victims who fail to prepare properly. Cybersecurity predictions offer a glimpse at the dangerous oncoming traffic and help leaders develop strategies to navigate their journey safely. Those in cybersecurity who fail to look ahead will be crushed by what they don’t see coming.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

As the world becomes increasingly reliant on technology, cybersecurity remains a top priority for individuals, businesses, and governments alike. From advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) to the continued evolution of ransomware and cyberattacks, the coming year is sure to bring significant developments in the world of cybersecurity.

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NetSpi Executives

JANUARY 8, 2024

In case you missed it, Chubb, one of the leading publicly traded property and casualty insurance companies, announced an innovative collaboration with NetSPI to strengthen client cyber-risk profiles via enhanced attack surface management and penetration testing solutions. What is proactive security?

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Group-IB, an international company that specializes in preventing cyber attacks, and a Swiss insurance broker ASPIS SA that owns CryptoIns project, have developed the world’s first scoring model for assessing cryptocurrency exchanges cybersecurity, allowing the exchanges’ clients to ensure their assets.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Cyberrisk is business risk. We hear this at SecureWorld cybersecurity conferences on a regular basis. But how should we communicate this risk to the business, to clients, or to investors? Accenture annual report: risks we face from cyberattacks. L egal, reputational and financial risks? Dollars year over year.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Cyber attribution and deciphering the extent of state-level tasking is difficult, with blurred lines between state-aligned, state-involved and state-directed increasing the risk of escalation, collateral and misattribution. 3 – Crypto-jacking neglect gets dangerous. 3 – Crypto-jacking neglect gets dangerous.

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SecureWorld News

JANUARY 21, 2024

Battling cybersecurity threats can often feel like an uphill struggle. Nonprofits often juggle tight budgets and unique operational demands, making it even more difficult to keep sensitive information safe—but here's the thing: you don't need a fortune to build a strong defense against the possible cyber threats out there.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 11, 2021

(NYSE: NET), the security, performance, and reliability company helping to build a better Internet, today announced it is partnering with leading cyber insurance companies to help businesses manage their risks online. As a result, some insurance companies have had to raise premiums to cover their costs.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 10, 2023

this tumultuous climate, it’s a safe bet to say that 2023 will be a year in which cybersecurity remains top of mind. In 2023, Microsoft Active Directory (AD) will continue to be a major risk. The market is struggling to hire good cybersecurity teams, and there will be a lot of budget cuts in 2023. Zur Ulianitzky, VP Research. “In

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 23, 2023

This morning, Critical Start released its first ever Cyber Risk Landscape Peer Report , which explores some of the major concerns and challenges currently confronting cybersecurity leaders as they manage risk within their organizations. Here are some comments on the cyber risk landscape from cybersecurity vendor experts.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 23, 2023

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) released the Initial Public Draft of its Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) version 2.0. For a solid rundown of what the updates mean, check out this SecureWorld article from Kip Boyle , vCISO, Cyber Risk Opportunities LLC. On August 8, 2023, the U.S. 19, Detroit on Sept.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

"The incidents involving Clorox and Johnson Controls highlight significant operational disruptions and financial losses due to cyber-related incidents," said Callie Guenther, Senior Manager of Cyber Threat Research at Critical Start. Guenther suggests that their cybersecurity programs were outmatched.

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The Last Watchdog

MARCH 1, 2019

This has exponentially expanded the attack surface available to motivated, well-funded threat actors. This, in short, is the multi-headed hydra enterprises must tame in order to mitigate rising cyber risks. Sutton: SOAR was born out of the gap between what SIEMs were supposed to be and the rising sophistication of cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

MARCH 28, 2024

Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is set to implement long-awaited rules that will require critical infrastructure entities across multiple sectors to report cyber incidents and ransomware payments to the federal government. Jose Seara, CEO of DeNexus, welcomed the convergence of cybersecurity mandates across government agencies. "It

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

The first is that they handle troves of sensitive data, especially personally identifiable information (PII) , and the second is that they operate on shoestring budgets with little to no cybersecurity staff or leadership buy-in. We’ll break down five best practices for local government cybersecurity in this post.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Global inflation can have, and is having, a significant impact on cybersecurity. As prices rise, organizations may be tempted to cut back on cybersecurity spending, making them more vulnerable to cyberattacks. Additionally, inflation can make it more difficult for organizations to keep up with the latest cybersecurity threats.

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Webroot

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

In today’s world, both small businesses and everyday consumers face a growing number of cyber threats. OpenText’s 2024 Threat Hunter Perspective sheds light on what’s coming next and how to protect yourself. Ensure your cybersecurity measures are updated and your employees are trained to spot phishing attempts.

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NetSpi Executives

APRIL 9, 2025

Cost Savings Tool for NetSPIs Solutions: External Attack Surface Management (EASM), Cyber Asset Attack Surface Management (CAASM), and Breach and Attack Simulation (BAS) as a Service If there’s one truth that we can all agree on, it’s this: effective cybersecurity requires investment. But breaches?

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 10, 2024

In today’s digital era, where cyber threats are constantly evolving, cybersecurity companies play a crucial role in protecting individuals, businesses, and governments from malicious attacks. But have you ever wondered how these cybersecurity companies make money?

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Centraleyes

APRIL 24, 2025

Organizations must adopt solutions that integrate continuous risk management , real-time threat intelligence, and dynamic response capabilitiesensuring that their systems are resilient. Cyber Insurance with AI-Driven Risk Assessments (e.g., Identity & Access Management (IAM) with Adaptive Authentication (e.g.,

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Security Boulevard

JULY 30, 2022

Staying Ahead of the Distortion of a Cyber Attack? One of the most sacred responsibilities of all cybersecurity professionals is protecting information. Each firewall, IDS, MFA, and email security is built to protect and stop cyber attacks. However, do most cybersecurity attacks happen the way it is portrayed?

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Centraleyes

JUNE 11, 2024

Understanding the Foundation of Risk Mitigation Implementing robust risk mitigation strategies is essential to navigating the complexities of risk-related compliance activities. But before discussing risk mitigation techniques , we must discuss the necessary prep work.

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Centraleyes

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Information risk is not just a technical problem but affects the bottom line and daily activities of most businesses. It takes an organization beyond just compliance with regulations and ‘best practices’ and shows a broader overall picture of risk from different angles. How does it work? What are the advantages of FAIR?

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