Mark Sauter

Mark Sauter's insights on the financial, policy and security elements of cyber insurance are based on years of experience in the investment banking, media and business worlds. Co-author of the McGraw Hill university textbook "Homeland Security: a Complete Guide," Sauter was also a consultant to one of the world's largest software companies and served as a US Army Special Forces and infantry officer.

Many Mid-Sized Companies That Are Required To Have Cyber Insurance Don’t: Survey 

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Huntress Labs, and MSP, had the survey conducted. It involved 256 “mid-sized businesses” with app. 250-2,000 employees each. “Carrying cyber insurance coverage was a key issue for respondents. While 69% of respondents are required to carry some form of cyber insurance, 35% find it extremely difficult to obtain coverage…27% have no insurance coverage at all.” … Read more

Insurance for When Real-Life Thieves Attack Your Virtual Game

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“From mastering complex quests in mythical lands to outmaneuvering opponents in virtual battlefields, gaming has captured the hearts of millions worldwide. But what happens when a gamer’s account is compromised by a cyberattack and valuable digital assets are stolen? ‍Waffle, an all-in-one consumer InsurTech solution, and BlinkSM by Chubb®, a growing suite of Chubb-backed digital … Read more

Ransomware Attack on Minneapolis Schools Highlights Increase in Cyber Insurance Costs 

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“The cost of cyber liability insurance has surged in recent years. The premium for Minneapolis Public Schools’ policy rose from $42,000 last year to more than $63,000 this year, and the deductible jumped from $50,000 to $100,000. MPS isn’t the only metro-area school district feeling the pinch. St. Paul Public Schools officials saw their cyber … Read more

“Skinny” Cyber Insurance 

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Required to have cyber insurance by customers, but can’t afford it? Or don’t want to spend the money? Here comes a possible solution. “Characterizing today’s cyber insurance market as being similar to the Wild West, Struck says he would not be surprised to see ‘relatively low-cost cyber insurance that doesn’t cover much, but at least … Read more

Supporting the Need for More Cyber Legislation? Congressional Reps and Staffers Hit by Health Data Breach 

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“Multiple outlets reported Wednesday that DC Health Link suffered a data breach earlier this week. The company confirmed to Nextgov that data for select DC Health Link customers had been exposed on an unnamed public forum. Following the breach, the company said it is working with law enforcement and forensic investigators to determine the scope … Read more

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