Category Archives: Cyber Security

The AME Group recommends FifthWall Solutions for Cyber Liability Insurance Reviews

How to Find the Best Cyber Liability Insurance Quote

It is common to find inadequate cyber liability insurance policies. It is common to find businesses that think they are fully protected. Here’s how you can be confident in your cyber insurance coverage, find the best premium, and reduce your risks. EVERY WEEK, AT LEAST ONE BUSINESS CLAIM SURPASSES $1 MILLION* IDENTIFY EXPOSURE ROADMAP RISK MANAGEMENT OPTIMIZE CYBER COVERAGE HOW TO MAKE CYBER LIABILITY INSURANCE EASY The AME Group recommends FifthWall Solutions, a cyber insurance wholesaler fully dedicated to cyber liability and technology errors and omissions insurance (e & o).

Cybersecurity Risk Strategy from The AME Group

Cybersecurity Risk Strategy

We speak often about cybersecurity risk. WHY? The cybersecurity landscape is dynamic. Attackers change their tactics to adapt to new security controls and new vulnerabilities. Acknowledging this reality reinforces the need for ongoing vigilance and adaptability in your cybersecurity approach. Eliminating cybersecurity risk is not possible.  So, is cybersecurity hopeless?  Not at all. There are powerful strategies that can help.  Acknowledging this reality reinforces the need for ongoing vigilance and adaptability in your cybersecurity approach. Addressing the most critical security gaps, threats and vulnerabilities gives you a great return on

Top Three ROI Security Solutions for Small Businesses_The AME Group

Top Three ROI Security Solutions for Small Businesses

The AME Group is a leader in providing a comprehensive yet adaptive approach to securing your business. Our approach is COMPREHENSIVE, as anything less will fail to achieve the objective.Our approach is ADAPTIVE to both YOUR risk tolerance and to the constantly evolving threat landscape as it must be to be effective. Securing your business requires a multi-layered approach that addresses every potential attack vector > Devices, Apps, People, Process, Network, Internet, Email, etc. A comprehensive approach must factor in – Compliance requirements, and Your businesses objectives and expectations around

The AME Group Named to Top 250 MSSPs - Managed Security Services Provider

The AME Group Named to Top 250 MSSPs

The AME Group ranks among the Top 250 MSSPs for 2023, according to MSSP Alert, a CyberRisk Alliance resource. The Top 250 MSSPs (Managed Security Services Provider) honorees were announced in a live webcast on September 14. 📃The complete list and research report are available here: https://www.msspalert.com/top-250 🕛The on-demand webcast will be available to watch here: https://www.msspalert.com/webcasts Key findings include: MSSP Revenue Growth & Financial Performance: MSSP honorees, on average, expect to generate $56.3 million in revenue for 2023, more than double the number from our 2022 report. However, the

Lessons Learned: Electric coop cyberattack - it took 17 minutes from entry to encryption of systems and ransom

Lessons Learned: Electrical Coop Cyberattack

When we think of cyberattacks on electrical coops, we think of taking down our electrical grid. Operational technologies are modernized for efficiency and safety, but your electrical coop’s greater cyberthreat is what plaques other industries and businesses – data theft, fraud, ransomware. Is your IT side keeping up with the criminal’s strategies? In a recent West Monroe survey, 67% of utility leaders cited cybersecurity as their top concern of their converged IT and OT network. What strengthens all businesses is talking about cybersecurity.  The Colorado electric coop, DMEA, did just

5 Ways to Stop Cyberbullying

While the internet provides endless opportunities for learning, socializing, and self-expression, it also exposes students to various risks. And cyberbullying is one of the most prevalent risks present.  Have you seen signs your child is being cyberbullied? As parents or adults with children in our lives, it is our responsibility to create a safe online environment for our children and equip them with the necessary tools to stop cyberbullying.   Teach Kids Not to Cyberbully Open communication: Encourage your child to talk openly about their online experiences. Establish a supportive environment

5 Signs a Child is Being Cyberbullied

While the internet provides endless opportunities for learning, socializing, and self-expression, it also exposes students to various risks. And cyberbullying is one of the most prevalent risks present.  As parents or adults with children in our lives, it is our responsibility to create a safe online environment for our children and equip them with the necessary tools to combat and navigate cyberbullying.   Watch out for these five signs your child is being cyberbullied. Emotional changes: Keep an eye out for sudden shifts in your child’s behavior, including increased irritability, sadness,

Stack of books next to title Back To School Cybersecurity A Guide for Parents

Back-to-School Cybersecurity: A Guide for Parents

As another school year approaches, it’s essential for parents to not only focus on buying school supplies and organizing schedules but also on safeguarding their children’s online activities. Cybersecurity is an ongoing concern, and students can be particularly vulnerable to the risks online. Take proactive steps to educate and protect your student’s online presence, so that you can ensure their safety and provide them with a secure environment for learning. Here are some practical tips for parents to consider as their children head back to school: Strong Passwords Encourage your

8 Elements of a Business Impact Analysis (BIA) for Compliance

What is a Disaster Recovery Plan? Here’s What to Know

Business owners should be thinking about disaster recovery for work continuity. Every business owner should have reliable backups for their business. A DRP (disaster recovery plan) should be in place for your business. Learn what a DRP is and how you can formulate one. What is a DRP? A DRP for your business is a well-structured, written plan that outlines how your business will start working again after a disaster. It is a part of your business continuity plan. It will include reliable backups, how you will restart work, and

people looking at a computer learning how to spot a phishing email

How to Spot a Phishing Email

First, you must train yourself to spot the signs of a phishing email. Second, you must practice. Then, you can protect yourself and your company. STOP and ask yourself, am I expecting this email? When you are in a rush or on a phone email app, STOP and ask yourself, can this wait until later to check more closely? If it doesn’t seem quite right, or expected, question it. If it appears to be from a co-worker, don’t reply, call them to verify any requests. Phishing emails can look just