Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

MAY 10, 2022

Checklist for Getting Cyber Insurance Coverage. As cyber criminals mature and advance their tactics, small and medium businesses become the most vulnerable because they lack the capacity – staff, technology, budget - to build strong cyber defenses. The necessity for cyber-insurance coverage.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 26, 2021

New research reveals that a record number of organizations are buying cyber insurance policies as a tool for protecting themselves against cyber risk. However, the cost for those policies is rising dramatically as cyber insurance premiums soar up to 30% vs. the previous year. cyber insurance market.

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Duo's Security Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2021

One area where campuses have been collaborating recently are changes around cyber liability insurance for higher education, an opportunity for campus cybersecurity teams to combine forces with their risk management team. Higher education campuses in the U.S.

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SecureWorld News

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Key findings: the cyber threat landscape in 2025 1. Ransomware and state-sponsored attacks continue to escalate Canada's critical sectorsincluding healthcare, energy, education, and retailhave become prime targets for cybercriminals. Education: Budget constraints make institutions a low-hanging fruit for cybercriminals.

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Hacker's King

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Expansion of Cyber Insurance As cyberattacks grow in frequency and scale, the demand for cyber insurance will surge. In 2025, insurers will refine their policies to cover new threats such as ransomware and supply chain attacks, providing businesses with financial safeguards against cyber losses.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 23, 2021

There are also two related courses that are recommended for those interested in learning more about ransomware: Techniques for Malware Analysis and Navigating Cyber Insurance. The post (ISC)² Offers Free Access to Ransomware Education | #RANSOMWAREWEEK appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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The Hacker News

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

The Hacker News is thrilled to announce the launch of our new educational webinar series, in collaboration with the leading cybersecurity companies in the industry!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 24, 2022

The education sector is increasingly vulnerable to simple and sophisticated cyber threats, and higher learning is especially vulnerable. Here are a few prime examples of cyber-attacks in the education sector. 56% of lower education respondents were hit by ransomware in 2022. 64% of higher education.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 29, 2022

What’s surprising about the incident is that the Hive Group has details that Wootton Educational Trust is covered under a cyber insurance and so is demanding the authorities to pay up huge i.e., £500,000.

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eSecurity Planet

JULY 12, 2022

Cyber Insurer Provides Help. As Spectra Logic had the foresight to take out cyber insurance , Chubb representatives were professional and helpful, according to Mendoza. Also read: Top 8 Cyber Insurance Companies for 2022 Best Ransomware Removal and Recovery Services. Most had been infected.

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The Last Watchdog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Government initiatives and awareness campaigns will educate users on phishing and malware threats. As breaches continue to escalate in frequency and cost, the demand for cyber insurance and heightened regulatory compliance will rise, pushing companies to not only protect their data but to prove adherence to evolving security standards.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 25, 2021

And sometimes cyber criminals are using email services to trick employees into making fraudulently large financial transfers via new business deals or contracts. Seeking cyber insurance coverage, creating awareness among employees and protecting accounts with 2FA is the advice that is being given by the researchers of DCMS.

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BH Consulting

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Cyber insurance industry faces a pivotal year The cyber insurance industry faces a pivotal year, influenced by evolving ransomware threats, regulatory changes, and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI). MORE Bad education: the lengths that US schools go to hide data breaches. MORE Got crypto?

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 21, 2020

The end result was hefty payment: "After careful consideration, the university decided to work with its cyber insurance provider to pay a fee to the ransomware attacker. It had cyber insurance: "The university’s cyber insurance policy paid part of the ransom, and the university covered the remainder.

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The Last Watchdog

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Byron: Companies often underestimate threats, neglect basic cyber hygiene, and fail to educate employees on cybersecurity. Erin: Do you think cyber insurance should play a bigger role in companies’ cybersecurity strategies? What factors should organizations consider when selecting a cyber insurance policy?

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 1, 2023

As with all Attack-as-a-Service tools, protecting against this new stealth malware requires robust and active cybersecurity measures, as well as ongoing user education about the risks of suspicious email attachments and files from untrustworthy sources, in particular.

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Cisco Security

JULY 11, 2022

This institution not only provided an education but also contributed to the local economy in this rural town for over 150 years. The cyberattack occurred during the pandemic when most educational institutions had suddenly shifted to remote learning. Securing vectors threat actors have to your network has to be the goal .

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 7, 2022

Cyber insurance trends in 2023. As the three previous trends discussed how certain aspects of the cybersecurity industry will continue to grow in 2023, expect the same from the cyber insurance market. Fostering workforce security education at all levels reduces risk.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

Major stories for the month included the takedown of several high-profile groups, including alleged Sony Systems attacker RansomedVC, new data shedding light on Cl0p’s education sector bias, and a deep-dive revealing the danger of the group behind September’s infamous casino attacks.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 24, 2021

“It has become a highly talked subject in boardrooms, among security analysts, the media, and the federal agencies and so the world is looking for education on the subject to better understand the consequences seen by the impact of the malware”, says Mirtha Collin, the Director of (ISC)² Education.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 22, 2023

Instead, the ransom pay can be covered from a cyber insurance policy, provided it is taken prior to the launch of the attack and covers the costs associated with the malware attack. Nope, says a renowned international bank from UK. Enhance security measures: Strengthen your security measures to prevent future attacks.

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Security Boulevard

JULY 30, 2022

Thankfully, with the passing of the FERPA — The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that affords parents the right to have access to their children’s education records, the right to seek to have the records amended, and the right to have some control over the disclosure of personally identifiable information.

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SC Magazine

JULY 13, 2021

Avanan researchers predict these attacks will continue to surge throughout the year, with the education and health care sectors the most likely to be the hardest hit. Lastly, the report warns entities not to rely on cyber insurance as the rates have skyrocketed in response to the rise in ransomware attacks.

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SecureList

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Most probably more attacks on the education and healthcare sectors will occur plus targeted campaigns against industry leaders – especially those that hold critical information: sensitive data, top expertise, and latest technologies. Yet, in addition to cyber insurance, companies will need a designated DR or RR (Rolling Recovery) plan.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JULY 19, 2021

Up-to-date and relevant topic, went beyond just IT and looked at other factors such as cyber insurance and communication.”. There are also two related courses that are recommended for those interested in learning more about ransomware: Techniques for Malware Analysis and Navigating Cyber Insurance.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 6, 2021

According to a study carried out by Emsisoft, cyber related crimes have fetched a loss of $5.5 billion last year and included victims from all industries like healthcare, finance, education and local governments.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 6, 2023

Insurance Refusals and Rate Hikes. But not insurance companies. Those offering cyber-insurance are putting pressure on organizations to up their data protection game. That, in turn, will lead to security professionals becoming more educated in data storage in general. We will begin to see that shifting in 2023.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 15, 2023

Special Educational Needs (SEN) data. As we’ve seen recently, cyber insurance is no guarantee of avoiding a ransomware pitfall either with refusal of payout being decided in a court of law. According to the BBC, the data includes: Passport scans of both pupils and parents which date back to 2011. Avoiding the breach.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 29, 2021

"While we are bound by the stipulations in our cyber insurance agreement, we also have a responsibility to protect the private information and data of citizens and companies that interact with the city. Mayor Stimpson considered the training a basic step in educating employees on common cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

2020 saw a record number of cyberattacks—and threats for school, university, and other educational institutes are growing each day. The school district’s cyber insurance provided free credit monitoring, but many parents were still puzzled by how to report the problem and what steps they should take next to protect their children.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 2, 2020

issued an unusually detailed statement to investors about the cyberattack, its decision to pay the ransom and next moves by the online education provider. For starters, the company says hackers did not gain access to its Learning Management System (LMS) which delivers educational content and classes to its students.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2022

Cyber security is a boardroom issue, but with growing economic uncertainty, organizations are being forced to make tough decisions as they plan 2023 budgets. 5 – Recession requires CISOs to get frank with the board about proactive security. 5 – Recession requires CISOs to get frank with the board about proactive security.

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Digital Shadows

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Initial Access Broker (IAB) activity increased by 16% during the reporting period, heavily targeting US-based organizations due to perceived financial capability from cyber insurance. To counter this, organizations should continually educate themselves on emerging trends and forum discussions around techniques.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Company reputation is not only of interest to current and potential customers, but it’s also important to market analysts, lenders, and insurance companies. Poor cybersecurity reports can impact analyst recommendations and raise costs for loans and cyber insurance ,” said Taylor.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 22, 2021

The Case for Cyber Insurance. Ransomware Deep Dive: Examining Disturbing Ransomware Trends. Working with Law Enforcement and the FBI. Your Data Held Hostage: Understanding the Extensive Ransomware Threat. Nice to Have or Have to Have? ECRIME PAY$! – The New Reality of Ransomware Attacks.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Providing Training and Certification Educating the workforce about cybersecurity is another area where cybersecurity companies make money. Companies offer specialized training programs and certifications to IT professionals, equipping them with the skills needed to combat cyber threats.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Educate employees about cybersecurity Employees are often the first line of defense against cyberattacks. Organizations should educate their employees about cybersecurity best practices and how to identify and avoid phishing attacks. Investing in security awareness training has a bottom line impact.

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