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Krispy Kreme Cyber Attack a Wake-Up Call for the Food Industry

SecureWorld News

Despite these setbacks, the company has stated that, with its cyber insurance coverage and ongoing remediation efforts, it doesn't expect a long-term material impact on its business fundamentals. The incident contributed to a short-term stock price dip of about 2% and added to operational expenses during the recovery phase.

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Lloyd’s to end insurance coverage for state cyber attacks

Javvad Malik

Lloyds of London has told its members to exclude nation state cyber attacks from insurance policies beginning in 2023, saying they pose unacceptable levels or risk. So who will decide whether an attack is a nation state or just little Timmy trying to impress his friends on the Discord channel?

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4 ways businesses can save money on cyber insurance

Malwarebytes

Without cyber insurance , you can expect to pay a dizzying amount of cash. In 2022 alone, the average cost of a data breach for businesses under 1,000 employees was close to $3 million—and these costs are coming from activities that cyber insurers typically cover, such as detecting and responding to the breach.

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Top Cyber Attacker Techniques, August–October 2024

Digital Shadows

The US, manufacturing sector, and professional, scientific, and technical services (PSTS) sector are primary targets amidst an overall increase in ransomware attacks. This underscores the importance of having additional compensating controls and educating employees on the risks associated with phishing and other social engineering attacks.

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26 Cyber Security Stats Every User Should Be Aware Of in 2024

Security Affairs

26 key cyber security stats for 2024 that every user should know, from rising cyber crime rates to the impact of AI technolog y. Cyber Crime Surge: During COVID-19 , cyber crimes shot up by 600%, showing how threats adapt to global changes. Phishing Attacks: Phishing is the top cyber attack, causing 90% of data breaches.

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SHARED INTEL Q&A: My thoughts and opinions about cyber threats — as discussed with OneRep

The Last Watchdog

Kapczynski Erin: Could you share your thoughts on the role of artificial intelligence, machine learning and the growth of IoT devices in both cyber defense and cyberattacks? Byron: Companies often underestimate threats, neglect basic cyber hygiene, and fail to educate employees on cybersecurity.

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Is The Cost Of Predictive Cyber Security Worth The Investment?

Security Boulevard

Predictable recovery after cyber attacks helps organizations with lessons learned along with driving a business case for more investment from the board of directors. What Is Not Covered Under Cyber Insurance? For organizations seeking cyber insurance, the road for predictable security runs in parallel.