What does ransomware really cost a small business? In most cases, far more than the ransom demand, because the biggest expenses come from downtime, emergency IT work, data recovery, and lost sales. The total impact can range from a few thousand dollars to hundreds of thousands, depending on how quickly...
How to Prepare for a Cyber Insurance Renewal in 2026: A Practical Checklist for Better Terms
To prepare for a cyber insurance renewal in 2026, start 90 to 120 days early with a documented security posture, clean claims and incident narrative, and evidence-based controls that map directly to common underwriting questions. The goal is to reduce uncertainty for underwriters by showing measurable risk management, tested response...
Why Cybersecurity Awareness Month Should Feel Like Halloween for Business Leaders
Imagine waking up on Halloween morning not just to trick-or-treaters knocking at your door, but to an alert that your company’s files have been encrypted overnight. Instead of costumes and candy, you face ransomware demands and potential business paralysis. That scenario feels scarier than any haunted house, yet for many...