Coalition, Inc.'s latest Cyber Claims Report has revealed some alarming trends in the world of cyber insurance. Did you know that email-related incidents accounted for the majority of cyber insurance claims in 2023? 📧
According to the report, funds transfer frauds (FTF) and business email compromises each made up 28% of all cyber insurance claims last year. Ransomware came in third, accounting for 19% of claims. 🔒
What's even more concerning is that the frequency of cyber claims increased by 13% year-on-year, while the severity of these claims rose by 10%. Businesses with revenue between $25 million and $100 million saw the biggest jump in cyber claims frequency, with a staggering 32% increase in 2023. 📈
But that's not all – the report also highlighted the growing risks associated with network boundary devices like firewalls and VPNs. Despite being designed to protect networks, these devices can carry vulnerabilities that are exploited by malicious actors. 🕵️♂️
Businesses with internet-exposed Cisco ASA devices were almost five times more likely to experience a claim, while those with internet-exposed Fortinet devices were twice as susceptible. And if you're using internet-exposed remote desktop protocol (RDP), your chances of facing a claim are 2.5 times higher! 😱
These findings underscore the importance of robust email security measures and the need for businesses to regularly assess and update their cybersecurity strategies. It's clear that hackers are becoming increasingly sophisticated in their attacks, and we must stay vigilant to protect our digital assets. 💪
I'm curious to hear your thoughts on this report. How is your organization addressing the growing threat of email-based cyberattacks? What strategies have you found effective in mitigating cyber risks? 🤔
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6moThank you for sharing, Terry Ziemniak!