by Kelli Young | Jul 20, 2021 | Business Insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance
Passwords are used in many ways to protect data, systems and networks. They are used to authenticate users of operating systems (OS) and applications such as email, labor recording, and remote access. Passwords are also used to protect files and other stored...
by Kelli Young | Jul 14, 2021 | Business Insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance
When a cyberattack occurs, how your organization responds can make all the difference in mitigating the damages. In particular, time is of the essence. That’s why it’s vital for your organization to have an effective cyber incident response plan in place that...
by Kelli Young | Jun 22, 2021 | Business Insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance
In recent years, ransomware attacks have steadily been on the rise. These incidents—which entail cybercriminals compromising a device or server and demanding a large payment be made before restoring the technology (as well as any data stored on it) for the victim—are...
by Kelli Young | Jun 18, 2021 | Business Insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance
The COVID-19 pandemic has solidified remote work as a new operational standard. Employers should expect this trend to only grow in the future. In fact, many major companies, such as Twitter and Microsoft, have indicated that remote work will be an indefinite option...
by Kelli Young | Jun 14, 2021 | Business Insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance
In a recent letter addressed to corporate executives and business leaders, the White House issued a ransomware prevention guidance to businesses, which emphasized that bolstering the nation’s resilience against cyberattacks is a main priority for President Joe Biden’s...
by Kelli Young | Jun 7, 2021 | Business Insurance, Cyber Liability Insurance
Many businesses have been forced to pivot to remote work environments in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, this change may have increased exposure potential for remote desktop protocol (RDP) attacks. When global lockdowns were initiated in early 2020,...