Cybersecurity refers to the practice of protecting computer systems, networks, and digital information from unauthorized access, cyberattacks, data breaches, and other security threats. It encompasses various technologies, processes, and practices designed to safeguard digital assets and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information in the digital domain.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month — the perfect reminder to stay vigilant about your digital safety. From phishing scams to hacked home devices, cyber threats can affect anyone. Learn practical tips to protect yourself at home and work, and see how personal cyber insurance can help safeguard your finances and identity.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month—a reminder that cybersecurity is more than an IT issue; it’s essential to business survival. From phishing scams to ransomware, digital threats can disrupt operations and erode customer trust. Murphy Insurance helps businesses strengthen defenses and recover quickly with customized cyber liability insurance coverage.
Employees are commonly targeted during cyberattacks, making them an organization’s first line of defense amid such incidents. For this reason, it’s important to make cybersecurity an integral part of company culture as a valued practice upheld by every member of the organization.
As more of our daily lives move into cyberspace, hackers, cybercriminals and spam bots may lurk behind every new message that shows up in your inbox. Even robust spam filters may not be able to catch every unwelcome email. Fortunately, you can act as an additional line of defense for yourself and your electronic devices by understanding the warning signs of spam and phishing emails.
Pokémon Go quickly gained global popularity, surpassing Twitter’s user count in a matter of days, while also causing unintended consequences such as injuries and property damage, most of which are reportedly covered by insurance, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.).
Data security and privacy remain paramount for businesses across all scales due to the diverse sources of cyber attacks and data breaches. These threats encompass both external criminals and internal factors, necessitating protection against various risks such as document loss, employee misconduct, and online intrusions. Implementing a three-pronged approach is essential for safeguarding private information.
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