Cyber Threats
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Threat Actors Are Impersonating IT Teams to Deploy Ransomware
Coalition Incident Response has noted a trend where cybercriminals impersonate the help desk through Microsoft Teams to gain remote access and execute ransomware.
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The Psychology of Social Engineering
The power of psychology, people, and persuasion is essential to successful social engineering attacks. Greater awareness is the best defense.
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Empowering MSPs as Trusted Cyber Risk Advisors
IT Nation Connect 2024 was a testament to the collaborative spirit of the managed service provider community and opportunities for deeper relationships.
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7 Security Actions for SMBs to Prioritize in 2025
Knowing which security actions to prioritize is the first step toward small and midsize businesses becoming more cyber resilient.
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5 Red Flags That Your Security Partners Might Not Be the Right Fit
The right cybersecurity partners should make your life easier, not more complicated. Make sure you’re partnering with someone that puts your security first.
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Security Alert: rsync Vulnerability Allows for Remote Code Execution
Coalition proactively notified policyholders about vulnerabilities in the popular rsync (remote sync) file-synchronizing tool.
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Why the Best Security Partner for SMBs Might Be a Cyber Insurance Provider
Small and midsize businesses need a security partner who's invested in their well-being — so why not a cyber insurance provider?
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International Reflections: The Enduring Power of Active Insurance
Coalition had a landmark year in 2024, entering new countries, adding staff, and expanding Active Insurance's footprint.
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Phishing Scams Will Be Harder to Spot in 2025
Artificial intelligence helps attackers execute sophisticated phishing scams that are personalized, grammatically flawless, and contextually relevant.
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Expect Everyday Cybercrime to Increase in 2025
Small and midsize businesses must be prepared for everyday cybercrime to increase in 2025, particularly attacks targeting email accounts and endpoints.
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Introducing Cyber Health Rating
Cyber Health Rating is a comprehensive cyber health metric in Coalition Control® that provides actionable steps to improve your cybersecurity posture.
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As Zero Days Increase, SMBs Need More Help With Fast-Moving Risks
Coalition’s Zero-Day Alerts give small and midsize businesses a fast and reliable way to stay informed about zero-day vulnerabilities.
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SMBs Need Cyber Experts Invested in Their Security
Cyber insurance providers have a vested interest in protecting policyholders with security products designed for small businesses.
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Island Community Perseveres Amid Ransomware Attack
Employees from a real estate developer talk about their firsthand experience with a ransomware attack and why Active Insurance was critical to their recovery.
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Cyber Trend Watch: 6 Key Takeaways from 2024 Claims Data
The only real constant in cyber risk is change. To help you keep up, we’ve compiled key takeaways from our 2024 Cyber Claims Report: Mid-year Update.
