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The Cyber Insurance Imperative
Hosted by David Finz · EN
This podcast surveys the Cyber threat environment confronting small and mid-sized businesses, explain how Cyber insurance responds to losses resulting from a Cyber event, and define the role of the insurance broker in the risk assessment, underwriting, and claims processes.
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THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E22
4d ago00:18:37Tap to summarizeTHE OPPOSITE OF ALLYSHIP IS COMPLACENCY! In this episode, Violet Sullivan, head of risk solutions at Crum and Forester, shares her insights on enterprise risk management, diversity in the industry, and her journey as a trailblazer for women in cyber insurance.
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E21
1w ago00:04:22Tap to summarizeFEELING 22? Vermont is on the verge of becoming the 22nd state to enact comprehensive data privacy legislation. While the bill enjoys broad bipartisan support, consumer advocates are crying foul, saying that the law's measures are insufficient. In this episode, David discusses the controversy surrounding this legislation, and what businesses should be doing to ensure compliance with the increasingly complex array of state data privacy laws.
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E20
2w ago00:04:06Tap to summarizeREGULATORS OFFER "GUIDANCE" TO FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ON THE USE OF AI. The New York State Department of Financial Services has cautioned banks and other regulated entities that deployment of AI can increase their vulnerability to a cyberattack, and is recommending heightened cybersecurity measures to combat this risk. This guidance comes against the backdrop of chatter from underwriters that coverage for such incidents may be sub-limited or excluded altogether. In this episode, David breaks down the DFS' recommendations, and provides resources to help firms put the right governance mechanisms in place.
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E19
3w ago00:05:01Tap to summarizeTHE EDUCATION SECTOR DODGED A BULLET! A recent cyber attack on an educational technology provider whose software is used by thousands of school districts and universities put the data of millions of students at risk. The company was able to resolve the threat, but this incident underscores the vulnerability organizations face when they entrust their SaaS providers with confidential data. In this episode, David discusses some of the technical and contractual steps that can be taken to reduce your exposure to these Single-Point-of Failure incidents.
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E18
May 600:03:26Tap to summarizeON A GLASSWING AND A PRAYER! Following the discovery by Claude Mythos of thousands of vulnerabilities in operating systems and web browsers, the company that created it delayed its release, instead opting to form a consortium of tech companies that could patch these vulnerabilities before they are exploited by hackers. In this episode, David explains why he believes this was the right move for the industry, and offers a solution to businesses looking to establish their own AI governance framework. (Note: the opinions expressed here are solely my own and not necessarily those of my employer).
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E17
Apr 2700:05:19Tap to summarizeHOW NOT TO HANDLE A CYBER INCIDENT: Well-intentioned small business owners often make missteps in the hours and days following a cyber attack that can have a detrimental impact on the availability of coverage under their Cyber Insurance policy. In this episode, David discusses his observations from working with clients and offers some practical suggestions around integrating insurance into your incident response plan.
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E16
Apr 2100:05:53Tap to summarizeTHE RISE OF AI LIABILITY: Three states have already passed laws holding the creators of chatbots liable for harm that users allegedly sustain through the use of such technology, and another 27 are considering similar legislation. In this episode, David discusses the rationale for these laws, how they clash with the White House's move toward a national framework, and some best practices that businesses can institute to stay ahead of the oncoming legislative onslaught.
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E15
Apr 1300:16:25Tap to summarizePICKING UP WHERE TRADITIONAL CYBER INSURANCE LEAVES OFF. In this episode, David sits down with Karl Pedersen of Crown Jewel Insurance to discuss the challenge of securing coverage for theft or loss of trade secrets and intellectual property. Karl explains why insuring this risk has proven elusive historically, and the solution his firm has developed for clients who qualify (Note: Karl appears as a guest on the podcast as a thought leader; there is no organizational affiliation between Crown Jewel and Alliant).
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E14
Mar 3100:18:32Tap to summarizeA ROOT CAUSE OF CYBER RISK: DOMAIN SECURITY, DNS, AND BRAND IMPERSONATION. In this episode, David sits down with Vincent D'Angelo of CSC Digital Brand Services to discuss how businesses can protect themselves against phishing, website spoofing, and other forms of fraud and intellectual property theft.
Transcribe →THE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. S9:E13
Mar 2400:15:54Tap to summarizeA CHANGING PLAYING FIELD. In this episode, David sits down with retired Colonel and Air Force Academy Professor Jud Dressler to discuss the evolving threat environment of Cyber risk and what businesses should be doing in the areas of social engineering, vendor management, and data privacy litigation.
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