Cybersecurity Threats Escalate: Microsoft Warns of Increasingly Sophisticated Attacks in 2024

Microsoft’s latest Digital Defense Report highlights an alarming rise in the complexity and scale of cyber threats, urging a collective defense strategy to counter both state-sponsored and criminal attacks. The Digital Defense Report 2024 provides an in-depth overview of the latest changes in the global cybersecurity landscape. The report outlines significant shifts in the nature … Read more

Remembering the Obvious: In Cybersecurity and Insurance, People Matter Most – Opinion

We often forget what we should remember. The sun rises, the tides ebb and flow, and people make mistakes. “To err is human,” they say. In our rush to embrace new technologies, we overlook a simple truth: people are the heart of any endeavor. This is most evident in cybersecurity and insurance. A recent report … Read more

Cybersecurity Vulnerability: Companies Risk Governance Woes Over Delayed Security Fixes

Cybersecurity negligence and resulting vulnerability have become increasingly critical as the number of known vulnerabilities surges. In a recent report, S&P Global Ratings warns that organizations slow to remediate highly targeted cyber vulnerabilities may face significant governance issues. Such delays increase the risk of system compromises and could negatively influence S&P’s assessment of an entity’s … Read more

Howden Partners with Chubb, LSM, Mosaic, and Safe Security to Launch Howden Safe+, Cyber Insurance for Mid-Size Corporations

Howden has introduced Howden Safe+, a cyber insurance solution for mid-size corporations with revenues between $250 million and $2 billion. The platform reduces underwriting questions by 30%, aiming to streamline the procurement process without compromising coverage quality. Overall, it is an intriguing cyber insurance proposition for mid-size corporations. Developed in collaboration with Safe Security and … Read more

Rising Cyber Claims Pressure Insurers to Adapt as Threats Evolve

Cyber insurance claims and risks are surging as premiums dip, putting the industry in a precarious position. Despite strides in cybersecurity protocols, insurers are struggling to keep up with an onslaught of complex and frequent cyber incidents. From large-scale data breaches to double extortion ransomware, the threats can seem countless. Industry experts warn that if … Read more