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FEMA: Government, businesses vulnerable to cyber attacks

Thursday, May 17, 2012

The nation is woefully unprepared for a major cyber attack, according to a new report released by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Among 31 core capabilities identified as key for disaster responsiveness, cyber security came in dead last, with a capability level of only 42%. Cyber attack ranked more serious threat than nuclear explosion [Continue Reading]

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Attorneys face numerous cyber threats

Thursday, May 10, 2012

When it comes to cyber risks, attorneys are often found litigating on behalf of clients who have been crime victims and are suing the company that the criminals hacked. However, sometimes, attorneys themselves fall victim to cyber criminals.

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CISPA: Turning Facebook and Google into government spies?

Thursday, April 26, 2012

In what’s being called “Cyber Week” by some, Congress is focusing its attention on the highly complex problem of cyber security this week. Lawmakers are considering numerous measures to combat cyber terrorism and cyber theft.

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Companies collecting personally identifiable information might be breaking laws

Thursday, April 19, 2012

How much of your personal information should a merchant be allowed to collect? What information does a merchant have a right to gather from you when you pay with a credit card? Should a merchant be barred from obtaining your zip code on the grounds that it is personally identifiable information (PII)? In California, these [Continue Reading]

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Vendors increase your company’s cyber risk; business insurance can mitigate it

Thursday, April 12, 2012

Most owners and managers are at least partially aware of the direct dangers their companies face from cyber crime, whether the crime is committed by an outsider or an employee. As a decision maker, though, there is another source of cyber risk that you need to understand: third-party vendors. Vendors hold valuable, sensitive data Vendors [Continue Reading]

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What is Cyber Insurance?

Thursday, January 12, 2012

Cyber. It’s a word often signifying anything having to do with information zipping across the Internet. In the world of insurance and risk management, it has to do with a broad range of scenarios in which stored information might be damaged or lost. In fact, from an insurance perspective, this information might even live in [Continue Reading]

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Businesses are being transformed by technology and the Internet. As businesses continue utilizing new technology-based processes, they may not be aware of the emerging risks that could potentially threaten their bottom line. Businesses require risk management professionals who can stay abreast of and mitigate these emerging risks.

As a national wholesaler with expertise in risk management for Cyber Liability, Technology Errors & Omissions, and Miscellaneous Professional Liability, INSUREtrust works to help risk management professionals understand and access insurance products and risk resources that address emerging risks in these areas.

We have provided this website as an invaluable risk resource for those wishing to comprehend and manage emerging risks related to technology, the Internet, and cyber liability.

About Us – Description and History of INSUREtrust, including recent announcements and news.
Our Advantage – Why risk management professionals should work with us
Cyber Liability – The areas where INSUREtrust can provide risk management expertise.
Cyber Risk Management – INSUREtrust’s explanation and management of cyber risk issues for businesses
Recent News - INSUREtrust’s recent news articles.

INSUREtrust welcomes the opportunity to assist in simplifying insurance for your emerging risks in Cyber Liability, Technology, and the Internet. If you are ready to sign up, request a quote today!

To learn more on how a relationship with INSUREtrust would benefit you, we invite you to continue exploring our website and contact us.

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