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The Most Pressing Business Risk This Year

The Most Pressing Business Risk This Year

It's business interruption, and it can cause enormous financial losses, says Allianz.

By Vincent Ryan | January 22, 2019

Six Ways to Curb the Costs of a Data Breach

Six Ways to Curb the Costs of a Data Breach

You can’t lose a customer’s or an employee’s data if you don’t have it.

By Rotem Iram | August 2, 2017

Microsoft Releases Patches for Unsupported Software

Microsoft Releases Patches for Unsupported Software

An ‘elevated risk’ of cyberattack was cited in the decision to release the security updates for older Windows systems.

By William Sprouse | June 14, 2017

Don’t Be Held For Ransomware

Risk Management

Don’t Be Held For Ransomware

Five fundamental steps your company can follow to curb its chances of falling victim to a ransomware attack.

By Kelly Bissell | June 6, 2017

WannaCry’s Lessons: Patch Windows, Be Real About Risk

WannaCry’s Lessons: Patch Windows, Be Real About Risk

When technology investments are fully depreciated and off the books, it may be tempting to relax and enjoy the lack of expense.

By Jonathan Stone | May 30, 2017

‘Wannacry’ Spotlights Need for Cyber Liability Coverage

‘Wannacry’ Spotlights Need for Cyber Liability Coverage

D&O insurance will become more and more valuable to fend off shareholder-driven cyber litigation.

By Joshua Gold | May 17, 2017

Massive Ransomware Wave Hits Banks, Hospitals

Massive Ransomware Wave Hits Banks, Hospitals

“I’ve never seen anything before like this. This is nuts," a security expert says of the WannaCry attacks.

By Matthew Heller | May 12, 2017