SC Magazine

JUNE 28, 2021

The rise of the cyber insurance has largely failed to promote better cybersecurity practices among the industries they cover, according to a new report released Monday from British security think tank RUSI. Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images). But recent research shows that’s not happening.

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eSecurity Planet

MAY 27, 2021

The explosion of ransomware and similar cyber incidents along with rising associated costs is convincing a growing number of insurance companies to raise the premiums on their cyber insurance policies or reduce coverage, moves that could further squeeze organizations under siege from hackers. AI, told eSecurity Planet.

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Security Boulevard

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Will NYDFS’s Cyber Insurance Framework Set a Precedent for the Cyber Insurance Industry? As ransomware attacks reach unprecedented numbers and the number of record exposures continues to skyrocket, an increasing number of organizations are at risk of attack—and the cyber insurance industry is taking note.

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Security Boulevard

DECEMBER 7, 2022

The post Demystifying Cyber Insurance: 7 Key Security Controls Every Organization Should Have appeared first on Security Boulevard. 7 Key Security Controls Every Organization Should Have. .

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Schneier on Security

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Good paper on cybersecurity insurance: both the history and the promise for the future. From the conclusion: Policy makers have long held high hopes for cyber insurance as a tool for improving security. Cyber insurance appears to be a weak form of governance at present.

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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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Security Boulevard

JUNE 1, 2022

cyber insurance carriers in 2021 rose 92% year-over-year, largely in response to a surge in ransomware. Cyber risk insurers are also declining coverage to companies with substandard cybersecurity controls, as well as changing the fine print for sublimits to reduce coverage for types of losses one by one.

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Schneier on Security

JULY 1, 2021

Here’s one more contribution to that issue: a research paper that the insurance industry is hurting more than it’s helping. Although it is a societal problem, cyber insurers have received considerable criticism for facilitating ransom payments to cybercriminals.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

It seems like not a day goes by where we don’t hear about a local government cyberattack. Indeed, from 911 call centers to public schools , cyberattacks on local governments are as common as they are devastating. Just how often do threat actors attack local governments? said daily. said daily. Table of Contents.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 29, 2021

On this episode of The View With Vizard, host Mike Vizard talks with Max Pruger, general manager of compliance for Kaseya, about the pros and cons, benefits and pitfalls of cyber insurance. The post The Perils of Cyber Insurance appeared first on Security Boulevard. Mike Vizard: Hey, guys. Thanks for the __.

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Security Boulevard

APRIL 28, 2022

While organizational compliance and security programs are becoming increasingly robust and sophisticated, cybersecurity incidents are unavoidable in today’s. The post Cyber Insurance: What to Know for 2022 and Beyond appeared first on Hyperproof.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The post What Every MSSP Needs to Know About Cyber Insurance appeared first on Security Boulevard.

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Security Boulevard

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

As an MSP/MSSP, getting questions about cyber insurance from your clients can be overwhelming. You must deal with external factors – coverages are changing, some carriers are dropping coverages, and suddenly MS(S)Ps are stuck in the middle, handling client relationships as the proxy between insurance and the client.

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Schneier on Security

MARCH 8, 2019

This will complicate things: To complicate matters, having cyber insurance might not cover everyone's losses. Zurich American Insurance Company refused to pay out a $100 million claim from Mondelez, saying that since the U.S.

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Security Boulevard

AUGUST 22, 2022

Has ESG Become aWake-Up Call for Cybersecurity? Even with ransomware costing billions of dollars in losses and cyber insurance claims, organizations are still impacted beyond the checkbook. These attacks have driven the cost of cyber insurance premiums higher. Global trade governance and compliance.

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SC Magazine

MAY 19, 2021

Today’s special columnist, Scott Register of Keysight Technologies, says government and industry must come together to secure the nation’s critical infrastructure in the wake of the Colonial Pipeline hack. Cybersecurity officials within the Obama White House said the attack caused as much as $10 billion in global damages.

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Schneier on Security

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

After Merck filed its $700 million claim, the pharmaceutical giant’s insurers argued that they were not required to cover the malware’s damage because the cyberattack was widely attributed to the Russian government and therefore was excluded from standard property and casualty insurance coverage as a “hostile or warlike act.”

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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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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 9, 2021

In a recent study made by Gartner, Lloyd’s emerged as a top company that increased its coverage premiums by 50% in 2021, all because of a global impact of ransomware attacks on corporate and government networks. The post Insurance company says it will no longer cover state funded Cyber Attacks appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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SC Magazine

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Every time a driver buckles up or an airbag is deployed we see the powerful influence of the insurance companies who insisted those measures become mandatory. Now, those insurers are poised to drive cybersecurity investment by insisting that organizations meet certain criteria to qualify for coverage. billion in premium.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

In Q&A format, they share about their professional journeys, unique experiences, and hopes for the future of cybersecurity—along with some personal anecdotes. He helps senior decision makers overcome cybersecurity sales objections and manages unlimited cyber risks through rigorous prioritization. A : I backed into it!

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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.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Every year, Kaspersky experts prepare forecasts for different industries, helping them to build a strong defense against any cybersecurity threats they might face in the foreseeable future. The contributors include representatives from government institutions: H.E. This will definitely play its role in corporate cybersecurity.

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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. People have been saying that the evolution of AI will be key for cybersecurity, and everything else, for years now. Cybersecurity skills shortage will continue.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Ready for Take-off: Rising Above Airport Cybersecurity Challenges sparsh Thu, 11/16/2023 - 04:52 Aviation is a fast-paced world, with airports around the globe serving billions of passengers annually. ICAO , IATA, and EASA have all published comprehensive, mandatory cybersecurity guidelines.

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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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Schneier on Security

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

Zurich Insurance has refused to pay Mondelez International's claim of $100 million in damages from NotPetya. Those turning to cyber insurance to manage their exposure presently face significant uncertainties about its promise. Yet no cyber insurance policies cover this entire spectrum. Mondelez is suing.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

The attack also brought cybersecurity to the local level. It’s easy to think of it as a problem the federal government must address or something that enterprises deal with, but cybersecurity has to be addressed closer to home, as well. This makes government networks even more vulnerable and hackers see them as a gold mine.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

This means that there may be some cyber risks that are not covered by your policy. RELATED: The Cyber Insurance Landscape Has Grown More Complicated ] Finally, insurance can't protect your brand reputation or customer base. This will help you to purchase the right type of insurance coverage and to negotiate exclusions.

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Webroot

AUGUST 10, 2021

Another issue with the cyber insurance industry stems from the fact that paying a ransom is no guarantee that data will be returned. Before ransomware went rampant, the article notes, cybersecurity insurance was a profitable sub-category of the insurance business as a whole. But those days may be numbered.

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Webroot

JULY 25, 2022

Here are some of the key trends which we observed at this year’s first marquee cybersecurity event post-pandemic: 1. Most customers alluded to the cybersecurity skills shortage; one of the key market drivers remains a “managed” component tailored to organizations’ response capabilities. Cyber insurance becomes mainstream discussion.

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Security Affairs

JULY 8, 2019

Government computer systems at La Porte County, Indiana, were shut down after a cyber attack hit them on July 6. On July 6, a cyber attack brought down government computer systems atLa Porte County, Indiana. The post Cyberattack shuts down La Porte County government systems appeared first on Security Affairs.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 16, 2023

Seven small coastal towns in Massachusetts have formed a partnership to better tackle their IT and cybersecurity needs in the region. The city has a more established IT setup, including a full-time IT director, which many of the smaller towns lack, according to this Government Technology article. This is a great approach.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Cybersecurity is a complex topic. Governments and organizations are trying to figure out the best way to approach this issue. And now The White House is weighing in with a new report, A Strategic Intent Statement for the Office of the National Cyber Director. The vision for cybersecurity: changing how we think about it.

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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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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 9, 2022

government is recommending to ensure the operations of Critical National Infrastructure are not affected by ransomware attacks. Governments step up to protect all businesses. Therefore, immediate action is needed to deploy more robust cybersecurity strategies. Government Towards a Zero Trust Architecture dictate U.S.

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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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