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Cybersecurity Tip #7:
Improve Cyber Insurance Readiness to Lower Risk and Premiums

Strong security controls like MFA, email protection, backups, and an incident response plan don’t just reduce risk, they can also reduce premiums and speed up claims.

Why it matters: Insurers reward businesses that can prove they’re prepared.

 

 

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Cybersecurity Tip #6:
Get Cyber Insurance, and Make Sure the Coverage Fits Your Risk

Cyber incidents are expensive. Choose coverage based on your business size, data exposure, client requirements and reliance on email and cloud systems, not just the cheapest policy.

Why it matters: Underinsured businesses often discover the real cost of a breach too late.

 

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Cybersecurity Tip #5:
Assume a Breach — and Prepare for It

Have a basic incident response plan: who to contact, what to isolate, and how to recover. Even a simple plan saves hours when things go wrong.

Why it matters: Fast response can mean the difference between a scare and a shutdown.

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Cybersecurity Tip #4:
Keep Devices and Software Updated

Unpatched systems are easy targets. Enable scheduled centrally managed automatic updates for operating systems, browsers, and business apps.

Why it matters: Many attacks exploit known vulnerabilities with available fixes.

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Cybersecurity Tip #3:
Lock Down Email Authentication

Make sure SPF, DKIM, and DMARC are properly configured & monitored to prevent attackers from spoofing your domain and tricking customers or staff.

Why it matters: Email impersonation fuels fraud, ransomware, and brand damage.

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Cybersecurity Tip #2: 
Continuously Train Workforce to Spot Phishing

One convincing email is all it takes. Regular, bite-sized security awareness keeps phishing top of mind and reduces risky clicks.

Why it matters: Most breaches start with a human, not a hacker.

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Cybersecurity Tip #1:
Turn on Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) Everywhere

Passwords alone aren’t enough anymore. Enabling MFA on email, cloud apps, and admin accounts blocks the vast majority of account takeover attacks.

Why it matters: Stolen credentials are still the #1 way attackers get in.

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