Protecting your business is at the heart of our business and the growth in scams targeting firms and organizations large and small is alarming. Inside the insurance industry we see daily reports on the impact of these crimes on business, here are the 3 main scams targeting organizations like yours right now: 1. Cybercrime — mainly computer network hacking that … Read More
BEWARE: Phishing Emails
Cyber attacks are on the rise and it’s everyone’s job to protect from unwanted attacks. One of the most common cyber attacks is Phishing Emails. Phishing is defined as the fraudulent practice of sending emails purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information, such as passwords and credit card numbers. This is an example … Read More
Keeping Customer Info Private
Customer information is extremely valuable. Access to and disclosure of Protected Personal Information (PPI) such as SSN, date of birth, home address, home telephone number, etc., must be strictly limited to individuals with an official need to know. As professionals, it’s our job to safeguard it. A few things should be done daily to ensure this: Never keep a file on your desk when … Read More
Your Cyber Protection
Part of living in the digital era is understanding that our private information is more vulnerable than ever before. Here are the key points of cyber protection for individuals: Some homeowners insurance policies include ID theft protection, but it’s usually limited. Several big-name insurers have introduced standalone cyber insurance policies in the past couple of years. In addition to identity … Read More