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Alliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsInside a $42M Data Breach and the Latest ICA & D&O Policy RulingsJoin Mike Radak, Alliant Financial Institutions, and David Finz, Alliant Claims & Legal, as they explore recent key rulings under the Investment Company Act and D&O policy prior notice exclusions, with Mike exploring their impact on claims handling and coverage strategy. David then examines a recent data breach settlement, highlighting how precise policy language can help manage cyber liability and navigate complex class action exposures.
2025-11-1012 minAM Best Audio Podcast
AM Best Audio PodcastAlliant’s Finz: Growing Threats Spur Need for Robust Security Strategies, InsuranceIn his book, The Cyber Insurance Imperative, David Finz, first vicepresident, Alliant Insurance Services, discusses the evolving cyber-threat environment and the need for risk transfer solutions to manage organizations’ financial and reputational impact of those incidents.
2024-08-0915 minAM Best Audio
AM Best AudioAlliant’s Finz: Growing Threats Spur Need for Robust Security Strategies, InsuranceIn his book, The Cyber Insurance Imperative, David Finz, first vicepresident, Alliant Insurance Services, discusses the evolving cyber-threat environment and the need for risk transfer solutions to manage organizations’ financial and reputational impact of those incidents.
2024-08-0915 minAM Best Audio
AM Best AudioAlliant’s Finz: Growing Threats Spur Need for Robust Security Strategies, InsuranceIn his book, The Cyber Insurance Imperative, David Finz, first vicepresident, Alliant Insurance Services, discusses the evolving cyber-threat environment and the need for risk transfer solutions to manage organizations’ financial and reputational impact of those incidents.
2024-08-0215 minThe SafeHouse
The SafeHouseThe Long Tail Issues with a Cyber IncidentIn this episode, David Finz, First Vice President at Alliant Insurance Services returns to our podcast to explore the Long Tail Issues with a Cyber Incident like a Malware, or Ransomware event. Edited and Produced by David Lewis
2023-12-1224 minThe SafeHouse
The SafeHouseCyber Risk QuantificationJeff Edwards, Founding Member and Co-Chair of the SafeHouse Initiative interviews David Finz, First Vice President of Specialty Claims and Adam Rauf, Senior Manager of Cyber Risk both from Alliant Insurance Services. This episode focuses on CRQ (Cyber Risk Quantification) and its importance in helping organizations quantify, reveal and address cyber threats. David discuss the State of the Cyber Market while Adam discuss the benefits and challenges of risk quantification as well as free and premium options available to implement. Resources discussed: Frameworks: -Factor Analysis of Information Risk (FAIR): https://www.fairinstitute.org/ -NIST Privacy Risk Assessment...
2023-10-1328 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsCyber Insurance Market Trends and D&O DynamicsDavid Finz and Steve Shappell explore two recent articles from the May edition of the Executive Liability Insights Newsletter. The duo discuss the Fitch Ratings' annual report on the cyber insurance market, as well as a recent D&O decision that touches upon the interplay between rescission and severability.
2023-06-2809 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsKey Takeaways and Actions to Take Now Following the Recent MOVEit VulnerabilityDavid Finz, Alliant Cyber Claims, and CJ Dietzman, Alliant Cyber, discuss the recent MOVEit file transfer vulnerability and provide insights into what this means for managing cyber risk around software. The two also outline key lessons and potential action items clients should strongly consider.
2023-06-1511 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 20Cybercrime doesn't pay, at least not like it used to. In this episode, David explains why fewer businesses who fall victim to ransomware are paying their attackers, but also cautions that cyber criminals haven't disappeared, they're merely shifting tactics. Here's what businesses should be doing to prepare. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-05-0704 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 21NOT PETYA? NOT SO FAST ... As the recent decision of the appellate division of the New Jersey Superior Court makes clear, an exclusion for hostile and warlike actions needs to involve actions that are ... well ... "warlike." But as underwriters tighten up wording on Property and Casualty policies, David explains why a dedicated Cyber insurance policy is still your best bet in the event of a claim. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-05-0303 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsCourt Sides With Merck Over War Exclusion for Cyber AttackDavid Finz, speaks to the recent court case where Merck won an appeal in the Superior Court of New Jersey regarding a property insurance claim they filed after being impacted by the NotPetya attack. The court found that the exclusion for hostile warlike actions did not apply to the situation and was not written in a way that would be triggered in the absence of a physical or military attack.
2023-05-0203 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 19AI to the rescue? In this episode, David interviews Connor Atchison, Founder and CEO of Wisedocs. Connor founded Wisedocs to reimagine claims and bring intelligent record processing and reviews to the insurance ecosystem and their ecosystem. But does this approach bring with it security and privacy concerns? Connor addresses these as well. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-04-2905 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 18CYBER SPRING! Fitch Ratings is reporting some improvement in the marketplace for Cyber Insurance over the past year. In this episode, David discusses what's fueling this progress, and how policyholders should expect to benefit. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-04-2304 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsAn Inside Look at the White House National Cybersecurity StrategyDavid Finz is joined by Stephen Vina, Executive Office of the President, to discuss the White House's National Cybersecurity Strategy released on March 2, 2023. Together, they discuss the recently established Office of the National Cyber Director, exploring its mission and core principles. They also outline the key components of the new cybersecurity strategy and how it will change cybersecurity regulations moving forward.
2023-04-1910 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 17STRAIGHT OUTTA WASHINGTON! This week's episode features a special guest. Stephen Vina from the Executive Office of the President speaks to our listeners about the White House's newly announced National Cybersecurity Strategy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-04-1610 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 16MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR CYBERSECURITY BUDGET. As reported by the insurance media outlet Advisen this past week, financial constraints are what's keeping CISOs up at night. But how do they determine the best use of their spend? In this episode, David discusses a resource that can help guide these decisions, while better positioning companies to qualify for cyber insurance coverage. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-04-1003 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 15The recent leak of source code from a major social media platform has placed the issue of rogue employees back in the spotlight. In this episode, David outlines some steps that tech sector firms and other employers should take to ensure that their offboarding process minimizes the risk of a data breach. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-04-0203 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsThe Impact of Recent Court Rulings on D&O and BIPADavid Finz and Steve Shappell, Alliant, provide insights into two recent court cases highlighted in the March edition of the Executive Liability Newsletter. The two take a look at the Delaware Chancery Court ruling in a D&O case, extending the standard of care to officers, creating a higher burden for them in terms of conduct, as well as an Illinois Supreme Court case featuring BIPA litigation, ruling a five-year statute of limitation period applies to actions brought under BIPA and that each act, prior to consent, applies as a separate action.
2023-03-2909 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsRebuilding Confidence in the Banking IndustryRon Borys and Ryan Farnsworth are joined by Financial R&R regulars, Steve Shappell and David Finz, to discuss the latest news and fallout in the banking industry from the Silicon Valley Bank collapse. The team reviews concerns regarding the lack of confidence in the industry, the potential for litigation against bank executives, and the need for reassurance and diversification in the banking industry to help rebuild confidence. In addition, David also warns organizations about possible phishing and other cyber threats that can arise during this time of industry distress.
2023-03-2814 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 14FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS ARE IN THE SECs CROSS HAIRS AGAIN! Earlier this month, the securities and exchange commission proposed new cyber security requirements for regulated entities. In this episode, David breaks down the proposals, and offers suggestions on how firms can ensure their own cyber readiness. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-03-2603 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 13LAW FIRMS, TAKE NOTE: The recent action filed by the Securities and Exchange Commission against a prominent law firm would compel them to release the identities of clients whose information may have been compromised in a cyber attack. In this episode, David discusses the legal and ethical implications, as well as how cyber insurance responds to regulatory proceedings. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-03-1904 minteissPodcast - Cracking Cyber Security
teissPodcast - Cracking Cyber SecurityteissTalk: Cyber insurance - living with spiralling costs and reduced coverageThis is the audio-only version of our twice-weekly cyber security talk show, teissTalk.  Join us twice a week for free by visiting www.teiss.co.uk/teisstalkThe panel discussion is titled:teissTalk: Cyber insurance - living with spiralling costs and reduced coveragePersuading your Board to take out cyber insurance and choosing the best coverage How can you lower your cyber insurance premiums? How might changes in the cyber insurance market affect CISOs’ planning and budgeting? This episode is hosted by Thom Langfordhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/thomlangford/...
2023-03-1647 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3, Episode 12Public entities are under attack! The city of Oakland is facing a ransomware event, the latest to impact state and local governments. In this episode, David discusses why government entities seem so vulnerable to cyber incidents, and what they should be doing to better safeguard their networks and data. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-03-1203 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 11THEY'RE FROM THE GOVERNMENT, AND THEY'RE HERE TO HELP YOU! Just last week, a bipartisan bill was introduced in the US senate to study ways to improve the information available to small businesses around cyber insurance. In this episode, David questions whether the ultimate solution should come from Washington or from the industry itself. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-03-0504 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 10LIKE GIVING THE BURGLAR THE KEYS TO THE SAFE. A new strain of ransomware encourages victims to turn over information on their cyber insurance policies. In this episode, David explains why this is a bad idea, from both a legal and practical standpoint. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-02-2604 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 8OUT OF INTENSIVE CARE! The healthcare sector has been a prime target for cyber attacks in recent years. However, there are signs that the patient is stabilizing, and may even be staging a rally. In this episode, David discusses the types of claims hospital systems and other health care providers are seeing today, and what they should be doing around incident response planning. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-02-2103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 9SPECIAL EDITION: A DOUBLE DOSE OF BIPA! A pair of recent decisions from the Illinois Supreme Court should have companies that collect biometric information on high alert. In this episode, David breaks down what these decisions mean for your company's data privacy practices. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-02-1805 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 7WHAT DO ADULT UNDERGARMENTS AND THE INSURABILITY OF FINES AND PENALTIES HAVE IN COMMON? In this episode, David discusses the latest civil fine levied by the Federal Trade Commission, and how your cyber insurance policy may respond. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-02-1203 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsRecent Rulings and Their Ongoing Effect on the Insurance MarketMatia Marks and David Finz, Alliant, take a closer look into two of the leading cases discussed in the December issue of the Executive Liability Insights Newsletter. They examine the North Carolina District Court’s recent ruling regarding interrelated claims, as well as the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (“NAIC”) recently released report and what it means for the cyber insurance market.
2023-02-0710 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 6The NIST framework is like the laws of physics when it comes to cybersecurity; you ignore them at your own peril. In this episode, David discusses the proposed changes to this framework and what businesses can do to help safeguard their network and data. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-02-0504 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 5THE GREATEST BENEFIT OF CYBER INSURANCE THAT YOU MAY HAVE NEVER HEARD ABOUT. Many insurance carriers are offering financial incentives to existing policyholders to help them improve their cybersecurity posture before a claim arises. In this episode, David explains how to take advantage of this important but often overlooked benefit, which can save you money on needed enhancements while making your business a better risk in the eyes of the underwriters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-01-2903 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 4AS ALBANY GOES, SO GOES THE NATION. The New York State Department of financial Services has closed out its comment period on proposed amendments to its cyber security regulations. These rules have far-reaching implications for financial institutions nationwide, as the DFS has been seen as a model for other regulators to follow. In this episode, David discusses what's in the proposed rule, and how financial services companies can manage risk under this regulatory framework. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-01-2202 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 3CHAT GPT: SERVANT OR MASTER? A new artificial intelligence tool is taking the tech world by storm, but it's not without its share of cybersecurity risks. In this episode, David discusses what researchers have learned about this latest technology and explains how businesses can protect themselves from potential cybercrime. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-01-1603 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 2IS THE GLASS HALF FULL OR HALF EMPTY? Though it continues to face its share of growing pains, the state of the cyber insurance market remains strong as we enter 2023. In this episode, David discusses current market trends, coverage considerations, and recent investments Alliant lliant has made to become full service cyber risk advisors to its clients. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-01-0809 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsWhat's In Store for Cyber in 2023?David Finz, Alliant, welcomes Jay Stampfl, Brendan Hall and CJ Dietzman, Alliant Cyber, to the podcast. The Alliant Cyber team discusses the evolving threat landscape and what clients can look forward to in 2023.
2023-01-0407 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 3: Episode 1Website spoofing is a growing method of cyber attack that should concern every business owner and marketing executive. Not only can spoofing result in lost business, it has the potential to saddle yo,u and your customers with stolen login credentials, lost account info, and even ransomware. In this episode, David explains how to stay vigilant, and where cyber insurance may come into play. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2023-01-0103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 26JUMPING (CRYPTO) JACK FLASH! Crypto-jacking is the biggest cybercrime threat that you may have never heard of, but it's on the way to becoming the preferred method of cyber attack for criminals in 2023. Also known as utility fraud, it can hobble computer networks and send your company's electric bills through the roof. In this episode, David explains why this illicit form of cryptomining has caught on, how to watch for it, and where to find insurance coverage for it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-12-1804 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2; Episode 25Social media companies are in the spotlight once again. This past week, the U.S. Department of Justice filed a brief in the Supreme Court, in which it argued that the immunity enjoyed by tech companies under Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act has its limits. Does your company's insurance program cover media liability claims? In this episode, David explains the importance of this coverage for all types of businesses. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-12-1103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 24MANAGED SERVICE PROVIDERS are the backbone of IT infrastructure for many small and midsized businesses. This past week, the British government took steps to more closely regulate MSPs, but you don't have to wait for Washington to follow suit. In this episode, David outlines what your company can do right now to improve vendor management and safeguard your own network security. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-12-0404 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsNew York State Sharpens its Focus on Cybersecurity for Financial InstitutionsNew York’s cybersecurity regulation for financial institutions has become a role model for regulators nationwide. Earlier this month, the state’s Department of Financial Services proposed another round of amendments to these regulations. Ron Borys and Ryan Farnsworth speak with David Finz, Alliant Cyber Claims, to explore what’s in the proposal and what’s needed to make sure that your company’s cyber policy responds.
2022-11-2910 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 23The cyber insurance community has much to be thankful for. In this special Thanksgiving episode, David offers his take on the state of the market and why 2022 hasn't turned out to be the "turkey" for brokers and underwriters that some pundits had predicted. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-11-2003 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 21THE PERPETRATOR OF YOUR NEXT CYBER ATTACK MAY BE WALKING OUT YOUR FRONT DOOR. Departing employees and contractors could prove to be an insider threat, taking their credentials and sensitive data with them. In this episode, David highlights the importance of HR and IT integrating the off-boarding process into a company's cybersecurity program. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-11-1303 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsBest Practices for Communicating Cybersecurity With StakeholdersDavid Finz, Cyber Claims, Matia Marks, Financial Institution Claims and Tim Crowley, Alliant Management & Professional, review recent cyber claims litigation and offer suggestions on best practices for stakeholder communications around cyber security incidents.
2022-11-1012 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 22IF THEY CAN MAKE IT HERE, THEY CAN MAKE IT ANYWHERE! New York's cybersecurity regulation for financial institutions has become a role model for regulators nationwide. Today, the state's Department of Financial Services proposed another round of amendments to these regs. In this special edition, David breaks down what's in the proposal and what's needed to make sure your cyber insurance coverage responds. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-11-1003 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 20ONE SMALL STEP, ONE GIANT LEAP. A recent report on the state of the cyber insurance market by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners indicates that underwriters are moving in the right direction for the long term sustainability of this product. But that has come at the expense of businesses that are paying more for coverage that is harder to come by. In this episode, David discusses how clients need a true cyber risk advisor who can deliver results in this challenging market. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-11-0604 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 19VENDOR WARRANTIES OR CYBER INSURANCE? WHY NOT BOTH? A growing number of cybersecurity vendors are offering warranties to their customers to defray the cost of incident response in the event of a data breach or other cyber attack. In this episode, David explains why this benefit can help supplement, but is no substitute for, a carefully crafted cyber insurance policy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-10-3004 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 18They say everything's bigger in Texas, and the lawsuits are no exception. This past week, the Texas Attorney General took aim at Google over its collection of biometric information in alleged violation of the state's data privacy law. Would your cyber insurance policy respond? In this episode, David identifies three coverage provisions to look for. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-10-2302 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 17Lloyds of London was proactive in taking down their network when suspicious activity was detected. But how would your policy respond in the event of a voluntary shutdown? In this episode, David explains why the right wording matters. BONUS: a $10, Starbucks or Dunkin gift card goes to the first listener who can identify all six Shakespeare plays mentioned in this episode! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-10-1603 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 15UNCLE SAM TO THE RESCUE? Federal officials are seeking public comment around a proposal to create a federal backstop for catastrophic cyber losses, similar to what is already in place for acts of terrorism under TRIA. But will the involvement of taxpayer dollars mean a loss of flexibility in underwriting the coverage? In this episode, David explores the pros and cons of a government response. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-10-0904 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 16SPECIAL EDITION: The conviction of Joe Sullivan, former Chief Security Officer of Uber, raises interesting questions for the underwriting of both Cyber and Directors and Officers Liability Insurance. In this episode David offers his thoughts. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-10-0603 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 14DON'T BUY CYBER INSURANCE (until you have a fully funded cybersecurity budget!). As the global economy is slowing down, businesses are looking for ways to control costs. But skimping on network security is penny wise and pound foolish. In this episode, David introduces a new loss modeling tool that can help businesses get the most ROI for their risk management dollar. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-09-2703 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 13A federal appeals court has recognized current and former employees of a company victimized by a ransomware event as having standing to sue over the breach of their personal information. What should businesses be doing to protect themselves, and how does cyber insurance come into play? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-09-2504 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 12COMING TO AMERICA? The European Commission is proposing new legislation to safeguard the Internet of Things. As we have seen with the regulation of data privacy and social media, what happens in Europe eventually finds its way to the U.S.. What will the law require of businesses, and how will Cyber Insurance respond? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-09-1804 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 11Add the Federal trade commission to the growing list of regulators looking into the data privacy practices of American businesses. What should your organization be doing to prepare for this latest round of enforcement? In this episode, David looks at legal and coverage considerations. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-09-1103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 2, Episode 10SEPHORA, SO GOOD! The California Attorney General is crowing about its first settlement of an enforcement action under the CCPA. But apart from the action taken against this beauty retailer, many other businesses are finding themselves in the regulators' crosshairs. What should businesses be doing to protect themselves? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-09-0503 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 9London Bridge is not falling down! The new market bulletin from Lloyd's addressing state sponsored Cyber attacks has caused a bit of panic in the cyber insurance community. But what Is the real scope and impact here? In this episode, David breaks down what it is, what it does, and what it isn't. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-08-2805 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsExecutive Liability Hot Topics: Trademark Infringement & ESGDavid Finz and Matia Marks, Alliant, discuss recent events highlighted in this months edition of the Executive Liability Insights Newsletter. Including a trademark infringement case involving a computer reseller who brought suit against its cyber insurer and recent confusions around ESG (Environmental Social Governance) and the attempt to identify what topics are covered under that term.
2022-08-2414 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 8What do the great theologian Martin Luther and the Federal Trade Commission have in common? The FTC is launching a new push into the areas of cybersecurity and data privacy. Reformation, regulation, and what it means for American businesses. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-08-2105 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 2, Episode 7Underwriters of cyber insurance are beginning to scrutinize the representations that policyholders make during the application process. How can businesses ensure that their security controls are accurately reflected in the application so their claims don't end up being denied at a later date? In this episode, In this episode, David explains the importance of providing fulsome answers, and the role of the broker in the underwriting submission process. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-08-1403 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsAre Ransomware Payments Covered by Your Cyber Insurance Policy?Policyholders need to ensure that the representations they make as part of the insurance application are accurate, or could face challenges obtaining coverage for a subsequent claim. In this episode, David Finz and Matia Marks, Alliant, discuss a pending case involving a ransomware attack on a luxury company with high-profile clientele data and whether or not there will be coverage for the multi-million dollar extortion payment. What will the outcome of this case mean for clients facing an increasingly complex underwriting process for Cyber insurance?
2022-08-0809 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 2, Episode 6A quantum leap forward? Washington is already taking steps to safeguard our nation against the threat to traditional encryption methods posed by quantum computing, but what can businesses do today to better manage risk in the area of data protection? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-08-0704 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsIs the Global Food Supply Vulnerable to Cyber Criminals?Is the global food supply vulnerable to cyber criminals? The agriculture industry is not typically the first that comes to mind when discussing cyber attacks, but cybercrime is a real threat to today's modern agriculture. "Smart" farm machinery is vulnerable to malicious hackers, leaving local and global supply chains exposed to risk. Bruce Droz sits down with the Alliant cyber team, Bobby Horn, Meghan O'Malley and David Finz to explore what agribusiness companies can do (and what not to do) when a cyber crisis hits.
2022-08-0319 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 2, Episode 5RETAILER'S LAWSUIT RUNS OUT OF GAS! Underwriters of Cyber insurance should be breathing a sigh of relief now that a federal court has dismissed a potential class action lawsuit against a gas pipeline in connection with a business interruption it suffered last year due to a ransomware event. But where does that leave downstream business partners when supply chains are disrupted? David discusses how the right policy wording can make a difference. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-07-3103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 4After taking some lumps in coverage litigation, insurance companies are beginning to insert exclusions for claims alleging mishandling of biometric information. In this episode, David explains why this is a step in the wrong direction, both for the Cyber Insurance industry and for the evolving technology around data privacy. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-07-2404 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 2 Episode 3A recent breach of patient health information at a debt collection agency has impacted hundreds of healthcare providers nationwide, and has put the issue of vendor management under the microscope. In this episode, David discusses the importance of ensuring that your contractual rights and obligations line up with your insurance coverage. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-07-1703 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz:. Season 2, Episode 2California prides itself on being the tip of the spear when it comes to protecting data privacy. Ironically, the very agency charged with enforcement of these laws just acknowledged a breach which disclosed the personal information of thousands of California residents. What should public entities be doing to safeguard the data they possess? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-07-1004 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz. Season 2: Episode 1The Securities and Exchange Commission's proposed rules around cybersecurity have generated quite a bit of comment from the business community. In this episode, David breaks down what's at stake, and how your Cyber and Directors and Officers liability insurance might respond. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-07-0404 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsThe Latest Regulations Around Cyber Risk Management and Cyber Incident Response.Ron Borys and Ryan Farnsworth are joined by David Finz, Alliant, to recap trending topics surfaced during the 2022 With Intelligence HFM Billion Dollar Leaders Summit. The Financial R&R team also addresses the latest regulations around cyber risk management and cyber incident response.
2022-07-0113 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 1, Episode 27Securing coverage for social engineering or computer fraud claims can sometimes be tricky. Both cyber and fidelity policies pick up elements of these losses. What are some of the factors clients should consider in better managing this form of cyber risk? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-06-2603 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 1, Episode 26FEDERAL DATA PRIVACY LEGISLATION GAINS TRACTION. A bipartisan bill is taking shape. What's in the bill, and what should businesses be doing to better manage cyber risk? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-06-1904 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 1, Episode 25ANATOMY OF A RANSOMWARE EVENT. Ever wonder what really happens when a company suffers a cyber attack? In this episode, David walks you through the timeline of a hypothetical loss and the players involved in the incident response. He also shows you why cyber insurance is so critical to the recovery process. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-06-1208 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 1, Episode 24THE MORE THINGS CHANGE, THE MORE THEY STAY THE SAME. Verizon's annual Data Breach Investigations Report is out. Here's what businesses should be doing to safeguard their network security and ensure that they have adequate cyber insurance coverage. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-06-0503 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 1, Episode 23READY, FIRE, AIM. California legislators are considering a bill that would give parents the right to sue social media companies when their kids become addicted. But Is this approach to limiting screen time misguided? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-05-3005 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 22.WHAT A DIFFERENCE A YEAR MAKES. A recent report from Fitch Ratings shows that a majority of the leading Cyber insurers are underwriting the coverage profitably, and that their loss ratios are moving in the right direction. When will their policyholders begin to reap the benefits? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-05-2204 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE with David Finz: Season 1, Episode 21INFORMATION IS POWER! Two recently enacted pieces of legislation are providing Uncle Sam with the tools to gather data about cyber attacks and then share this information with companies to help them strengthen cybersecurity. Here are some tips for business leaders to make the most of this public /private partnership. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-05-1504 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 20Is a national data privacy law an idea whose time has come? Connecticut is now the fifth state to enact a comprehensive privacy law, and businesses are struggling to keep up. What can your company do to stay in compliance? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-05-0804 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 19LET'S GET SOCIAL. The European Union is preparing to impose new restrictions on social media companies and search engines that are meant to safeguard data privacy. Will the U.S. follow suit? What does this mean for businesses who advertise online? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-05-0103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 18If we outlaw ransom payments, only outlaws will make them! Recent legislative efforts in North Carolina and elsewhere to address the ransomware epidemic are a step in the wrong direction. But don't take my word for it; listen to the testimony of an FBI official before Congress. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-04-2404 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 17GOING ROGUE? A recent high profile data breach underscores the importance of addressing the problem of rogue employees as part of cybersecurity. In this episode, we discuss what businesses should be doing to safeguard their data. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-04-1703 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsS&P Global Warning: Cyber Will Be Factored Into Credit RatingsBusiness executives already know that cyber risk is a boardroom issue and can impact shareholder value. Now, S&P Global is warning companies that it’s going to be factored into their credit worthiness as well. Ron Borys, Brian Dunphy and David Finz, Alliant, break down what this means for Directors and Officers.
2022-04-1414 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 16Uncle Sam wants you... to buy cyber insurance! Will the government's plan to expand TRIA to cover acts of cyber terrorism help the market for this coverage expand? What's at stake for businesses, and what wording can help them make the most of their premium dollars? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-04-1003 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE, Season 1, Episode 15We have met the enemy, and he wants his allowance! What do the recent hacks perpetrated by the Lapsus$ gang tell us about the importance of vendor management, and about messaging by companies following a cyber event? Here, I discuss a few of the lessons to be learned. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-04-0303 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 14A recent study by a leading cybersecurity firm reveals that social engineering is quickly becoming the scourge of small businesses. What can companies do to protect themselves, and what coverage is available in the cyber insurance marketplace? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/david-finz/support
2022-03-2703 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 13WHO YA GONNA CALL? The federal government is imposing an ever-growing patchwork of cybersecurity notification requirements on contractors, as well as companies within industries that are part of the nation's critical infrastructure. What can Business Leaders do to stay in compliance?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-03-2004 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 12The Internet of Things is here! How will cyber insurance respond to the growing threat of bodily injury and property damage losses resulting from the use of IoT? How are some cybersecurity firms already helping businesses manage this evolving risk?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-03-1304 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 11A challenge to the underwriters: in this hard market, what are insureds getting in return for having more skin in the game?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-03-0604 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Special Edition, Crisis in UkraineIn light of the Russian invasion of Ukraine and simultaneous #cyberattack on its banking system, the FBI and the #Cybersecurity Infrastructure & Security Agency have issued a joint advisory to American businesses around two newly discovered forms of destructive #malware. Here's what you can do to safeguard your network and data.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2804 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeTHE CYBER INSURANCE IMPERATIVE: Season 1, Episode 9Washington is talking tough on crypto. But what does the impending executive order mean for businesses looking to manage risk around digital assets?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2704 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative: Season 1 Episode 8What do plane crashes, train, wrecks, and cyber attacks have in common? According to the department of Homeland security, more than you might imagine in this episode, we take a closer look at the new cyber safety review board and its foray into the log4j vulnerability.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2104 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative: Season 1, Episode 7Registered Investment Advisors and funds take note: with the release of this proposed rule, the SEC is looking to take its enforcement authority around cybersecurity to a whole new level. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2104 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative: Season 1, Episode 6.War! What is the exclusion good for? Apparently in the view of one trial court, absolutely nothing.--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2104 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative: Season 1, Episode 5The cyber attack on the Red Cross should serve as a wake up call to non-profits of all sizes. If it can happen to them, it can happen to any charity. Here is some practical guidance on how to secure your network without breaking the organization's budget. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative: Season 1, Episode 4It's International Data Privacy Week. What issues are top of mind for business leaders, and how is stepped up enforcement by regulators reshaping the cyber risk landscape?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative, Season 1, Episode 3Today, we focus on the role of cyber risk and promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative: Season 1, Episode 2Ransomware doesn't discriminate, but manufacturers seem to be pretty susceptible to these attacks. Why are manufacturers particularly vulnerable to ransomware, and what can be done about it?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2103 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance Imperative, with David Finz. Season 1, Episode 1.Log4j is like the corn syrup of software, it's in pretty much everything! How should businesses respond, and what does it mean for the upcoming cyber insurance renewal season?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/appSupport this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2022-02-2103 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsEveryone is a target: What to do NOW for when, not if, a cyber-attack occurs2021 was one of the most aggressive years for cyber-attacks on record – with 93% more carried out in the first half of 2021. Are companies starting to get the message? Ron Borys and Ryan Farnsworth, Alliant, sit down with David Finz, Alliant Cyber Claims and David Kruse, Director of Strategic Client Services, Tetra Defense to review the "year of ransomware" and fundamental steps companies should be taking now in preparation for when, not if, a cyber-attack will occur. Source: Check Points mid-year security report
2021-08-3118 minLowenstein Sandler\'s Insurance Recovery Podcast: Don\'t Take No For An Answer
Lowenstein Sandler's Insurance Recovery Podcast: Don't Take No For An AnswerCyber Insurance Coverage Market: A House of Cards or Temporary Plateau?We have all heard about the alarming and ever increasing number of security breaches and ransomware attacks facing businesses. With bad actors continuously evolving and presenting new risks, most companies now fortunately have solid dedicated cyber insurance policies in place to help navigate through many of the adverse consequences that flow from a security breach, but how much longer can that last? Will the insurance industry continue to write these policies and pay these claims without a fight? In today's episode, Lynda Bennett explores these important questions with guests David Finz, Vice President of Cyber Risk at Alliant Insurance...
2021-05-2019 minThe Cyber Insurance Imperative
The Cyber Insurance ImperativeThe Cyber Insurance ImperativeThis podcast surveys the Cyber threat environment confronting small and mid-sized businesses, explain how Cyber insurance responds to losses resulting from a Cyber event, and define the role of the insurance broker in the risk assessment, underwriting, and claims processes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/david-finz/support
2020-12-1953 minAlliant Specialty Podcasts
Alliant Specialty PodcastsAlliant Welcomes David FinzRon Borys and David Finz, Alliant, discuss cyber risk, the current market and how his extensive experience resolving complex claims will benefit clients.
2020-12-0206 min