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Using “admin” as a username for a virtual private network (VPN) is akin to parking your car and leaving the keys in the ignition. You are making it easy; why not leave the car running? This careless practice can make your system vulnerable to ransomware attacks. According to Corvus Insurance’s Q3 2024 Cyber Threat Report, … Read more
Check out our detailed report on the cyber insurance lawsuit Fortune 500 company Sinclair Inc. has filed against CCC/CNA and Starr Indemnity, claiming the cyber insurers each owe the broadcaster $10 million for losses from a 2021 ransomware attack. Both insurers deny the allegations, now before a Maryland federal court. But Sinclair’s claims in the … Read more
The local news is not good for broadcaster Sinclair Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI), a Fortune 500 company known for the 185 television stations it owns or operates across the US. The company is suing two of its cyber insurance providers, claiming the Continental Casualty Company (or “CCC,” the principal subsidiary of CNA) and Starr Indemnity & … Read more
In the rapidly evolving cyber threat landscape, the year 2024 has seen a dramatic increase in ransomware attack severity, according to Coalition’s newly released 2024 Cyber Claims Report: Mid-year Update. The report reveals that while the overall frequency of ransomware attacks decreased, the financial impact of each successful attack soared by 68%, with the average … Read more
In the ever-changing arena of cybersecurity and insurance, constant learning is crucial. Bad actors are continuously evolving, which significantly burdens individuals and companies to stay updated. To address this need, Keepit is hosting a webinar on cyber insurance strategies amid the surge in ransomware attacks. Keepit, a global cloud backup and recovery solutions provider, will … Read more