Category: Risk Management

July 25, 2022
Risk Management Considerations for Active Shooter Incidents
An active shooter incident entails an individual or group of individuals entering a populated area to kill or attempt to kill their victims, generally through the use of…

July 08, 2022
HR’s Role in Preventing Cyberattacks
Cyberattacks are a growing concern for employers across the globe but especially for those in the United States. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, the number of…

June 27, 2022
Watch for These 6 Phishing Scams
Phishing is a type of cyberfraud that utilizes deceptive emails or other electronic communication to manipulate recipients into sharing sensitive information, clicking on malicious links or opening harmful…

June 23, 2022
Cybersecurity Tips for Business Travelers
Organizations face heightened cybersecurity risks when their employees travel. Business travelers are prime targets for cybercriminals, as they often carry valuable data and may not always be careful…

June 08, 2022
Cyber Losses in Construction Are on the Rise
Cyberattacks are increasing in the construction industry. These attacks can shut down business operations, cause reputational damage and result in costly litigation and fines. Review the following article for…

May 25, 2022
Common Components of a Cyber Insurance Policy
In recent years, organizations of all sizes and sectors have become increasingly reliant on workplace technology and digital systems to conduct their operations. Nevertheless, utilizing such technology carries…

May 16, 2022
Harden Your Cyber Defenses Immediately, White House Warns Private Sector
In a March 21, 2022 statement, President Joe Biden cautioned businesses in the private sector to harden their cyber defenses, reiterating earlier warnings related to potential cyberattacks against…

May 06, 2022
Employee Well-being as an Enterprise Risk
Employee well-being refers to the overall state of workers’ physical, mental and emotional health, which can often be influenced by various workplace dynamics (e.g., workload, connections with coworkers…

May 02, 2022
Ransomware Prevention Best Practices
Ransomware is a form of malware designed to encrypt files on a device, rendering any files and the systems that rely on them unusable. Malicious actors then demand…

April 22, 2022
Experts Fear Global Impact From Russia’s Cyberattacks on Ukraine
Russia launched a full-scale military assault on Ukraine in the early morning hours of Feb. 24, 2022, accompanied by a series of targeted cyberattacks that experts and officials…

April 11, 2022
Cyber Liability Trends to Watch
Cyberattacks are increasing in frequency and severity, causing insurance prices to rise across the industry. In a constantly changing cyber landscape, it's vital to know what's coming next…

March 23, 2022
Double Extortion Ransomware Events Jump 935%
Double extortion ransomware attacks follow a similar protocol to that of a typical ransomware attack. But, they come with an extra threat: The victim must pay a ransom…