Navigating the modern cyber risks landscape With cyber criminals becoming more sophisticated by the day, business must act now to shore up their defenses. As recently as five years ago, cyber risk was widely perceived as a technological challenge. Protected by firewalls and virus protection software – not to mention the company IT…
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Category: Cyber
What is phishing and how dangerous can it be to you
In today’s digital world, cybercrime has become a powerful tool for criminals looking to steal data and extort money. The most dangerous of all the cyber attacks is phishing. Phishing at a glance: Phishing is a type of social engineering attack often used to steal user data, including logon credentials and credit card numbers. In…
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Why charities need cyber insurance, regardless of size
Why charities need cyber insurance, regardless of their size With all the challenges and changes that Covid-19 is bringing we saw a sudden and near-total shift to remote working (and now a more measured transition to blended working) many charities have had to re-examine their existing cyber security practices. In the past year 20% of charities have…
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Why every business needs cyber insurance
With millions of employees working from home, the risk of cyber breaches is higher than ever. The reason working from home increases the risk of cyber attacks is due to: Weak network security – Multiple entry points for each business network – Family members on WIFI – and more. 60% of SMEs that suffer a…
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Cyber insurance is set to become vital after Covid-19
Although most businesses have always seen cyber insurance as a necessity, many will now realise its utmost importance in keeping them protected. The risk of cyber attacks has grown exponentially due to many working from home, leaving small businesses vulnerable to attack. Since 2015 there has been a 300% increase in small and medium size…
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Cost of motor cover at four year low
In the second quarter of 2020, the cost of motor cover was at its lowest for four years. This fall reflects the impact that Corona virus has had on the UK, with motorists taking far fewer car journeys. The price of cover is down 3% from the first quarter of 2020. Motorists have clearly been…
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Covid-19 has caused a surge in cyber crime
With offices re-opening due to eased lockdown restrictions, many fear difficulties may arise in stopping cyber crime, as part of the workforce remains at home. With over 75% of companies saying that a large proportion of their employees will remain working from home, remote-working issues will remain for some time. A top worry for main…
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Cyber weaponisation of Covid-19
Cyber criminals have jumped on the lack of cyber protection that many businesses have in order to steal valuable information and scam many small and large businesses. One particular attack came against EasyJet, showing that not only small businesses are vulnerable to attack. The Covid-19 pandemic is being used by cyber criminals for financial, political…
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Reducing Motor Fleet Cover
Reducing motor fleet cover The current uncertainty in the haulage industry is causing people to think about their current fleet numbers. With a potential downturn in business, drivers self‐isolating, or just a reduction in volumes, it’s best to know your options so you can make the best decision. Own vehicles – You can lay them…
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Understanding bodily injury in eHealth
Understanding bodily injury in eHealth Technology is fundamentally changing the way healthcare is delivered, monitored, and addressed. And telemedicine – or the remote delivery of healthcare services – is one of the fastest-growing and most obvious examples of this shift. While the use of technology can deliver great benefits to patients, it also creates new…
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