Cyber

New Resource Helps You Comply With NY Cyber Reg

Big I New York has unveiled a new resource to help agencies comply with part of the New York financial servi​ces cybersecurity regulation. Specifically, it will make it easier for you…

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DFS: Beware Remote Workers With North Korean Ties

The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has cautioned the businesses it regulates that some remote technology workers may be secretly acting on behalf of the North Korean…

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DFS Letter: Beware of Cyber Risks From A.I.

The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has cautioned the entities it regulates to be alert to cybersecurity risks resulting from using artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The department also…

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DFS Cybersecurity Alert: Hackers Infiltrating Help Desks

The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) last week warned all financial services companies of a new cybersecurity threat targeting information technology (IT) help desks and service centers. A letter dated…

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Do You Have To Report A Wholesaler’s Cyber Incident?

A South Carolina based wholesale insurance brokerage reported last week that they had suffered an undescribed cybersecurity incident. It closed the wholesaler for a substantial part of the week. Some…

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NYS DFS Offers New Cyber Program Template

​The New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) this week unveiled a new model Cybersecurity Program Template for use by small businesses, including insurance agencies. All independent insurance agencies should consider…

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The Cybersecurity Certification of Compliance Has Changed

The DFS-regulated entities in the banking, financial services, and insurance sectors must complete the compliance filings that the financial services cybersecurity regulation requires by April 15th.  This year, they will…

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