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The year was 1989. Denim was acid-washed, hair was voluminous, and Jack Nicholson was starring as the Joker in Tim Burton’s Batman, making for plenty of great Halloween costumes.
In December of that same year, a man named Joseph Popp used floppy disks to carry out the world’s first ransomware attack. Popp would eventually be arrested and charged with blackmail. And while the tech world has very much evolved since floppy disks were a standard, cyber-threats have evolved too.
In fact, a cyberattack happens every 20 seconds. If you’re a small business owner, that is a scary statistic. It’s an even scarier prospect when you consider that cyber-criminals often prefer targeting small businesses. The reason? Because they tend to have weaker security measures in place.
As a small business, it can be incredibly difficult to bounce-back financially from a cyberattack.
Enter the world of cyber insurance. With the right policy, small businesses can both recover from and take measures to prevent cybercrimes. And since October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it feels like the right time to discuss the key advantages of small business cyber insurance (with a Halloween twist).
One of the most obvious benefits of cyber insurance is the financial protection it provides. Cyberattacks can lead to ghastly expenses, including:
Without insurance, these expenses can be soul-crushing for a small business. A cyber policy helps cover these costs, ensuring that your business can find the light in the darkness of a cyber incident.
Losing critical data can be devastating for a small business. Cyber insurance policies often include provisions for data recovery and restoration – a resurrection, if you will. So, in the event of a data breach or cyberattack, experts will work to recover your lost data and get your business back on its feet as quickly as possible.
Data breaches can lead to legal battles, especially if customer data is compromised. Cyber insurance typically offers legal support and covers the costs associated with defending against zombies lawsuits and regulatory penalties. Having this support can make a significant difference in the outcome of such disputes.
Small businesses rely heavily on their reputation within their communities. That being said, a damaged reputation can be one of the most ghoulish long-term consequences of a cyberattack – one that can continue on like the living dead. Cyber insurance can provide coverage for public relations and reputation management services, helping you rebuild trust with your customers after an incident.
Many cyber insurance policies offer coverage for business interruption. This means that if a cyber incident disrupts your operations and leads to financial losses, your insurance can help compensate for these losses. This can be crucial for maintaining cash flow and keeping your business from being buried alive.
Depending on your industry, you may be subject to various data protection regulations. Cyber insurance providers can help you navigate these compliance requirements (without getting caught in the cobwebs) and ensure that your business is following best practices for data security.
Perhaps one of the most underrated benefits of cyber insurance is the peace of mind it offers. Knowing that you have a financial safety net in place to help fend off digital reapers can reduce stress and allow you to focus on growing your business.
A cyber insurance provider such as Erie Insurance has access to a network of cybersecurity experts. In the event of an incident, you can tap into their knowledge and offered resources to mitigate the damage and prevent future attacks. This added spellcasting can be invaluable for small businesses that may not have a dedicated cybersecurity team.
In summary, cyber insurance is not just a luxury for large corporations. It’s a necessity for small businesses operating in the digital age. It provides essential financial protection, access to expertise, and peace of mind that can be the difference between survival or getting buried alive in the face of a cyberattack.
As cyber threats continue to evolve, investing in cyber insurance is a proactive step every small business should consider to protect its assets, reputation, and future success.
Interested in cyber insurance? Contact us to tell us more about your business. One of our agents can assess where you’re at and help you make a smart financial decision.
Downtown Denver
Unruh Insurance Agency, Inc.
335 Main Street
Denver, PA 17517
P: 717-335-2929 | F: 717-335-2923
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