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A new report from SecurityScorecard reveals some interesting details about third-party cyber risks in insurance. Among them, 59% of insurance industry breaches stem from third-party attack vectors. These findings underscore vulnerabilities in the supply chain that expose critical policyholder data to cyber threats. The study analyzed 150 top insurance firms, revealing an industry struggling with … Read more
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) issued a final rule on January 17, 2025, to address cybersecurity threats in the Marine Transportation System (MTS). Effective July 16, 2025, the rule establishes new cybersecurity requirements for U.S.-flagged vessels, Outer Continental Shelf facilities, and onshore facilities regulated under the Maritime Transportation Security Act of 2002 (MTSA). (Summary of … Read more
In today’s digital landscape, identity security is paramount. The dramatic increase of both human and machine identities has changed the rules of cybersecurity. They are how attackers target credentials and access points as their primary method of intrusion. CyberArk’s The Identity Security Imperative: A Leader’s Guide to Securing Every Identity presents a stark reality—identity-based attacks … Read more
According to Woodruff Sawyer & Co.’s annual survey released Monday, 58% of cyber insurers expect cyber risk will increase “slightly” in 2025. This marks an increase from 44% in 2024 but remains lower than 74% in 2023. Cyber insurance rates dropped for many businesses in 2024, with 66% of Woodruff Sawyer clients experiencing cost reductions. … Read more
The RPC Annual Insurance Review 2025 highlights the growing risks in cyber insurance as attacks intensify and insurers adapt to evolving threats. Key issues include rising ransomware incidents, the impact of AI-driven fraud, and increased regulatory scrutiny worldwide. The report assesses significant insurance trends across key international jurisdictions and multiple business lines, covering topics such … Read more