{"id":4062,"date":"2025-09-15T07:38:44","date_gmt":"2025-09-15T05:38:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/?p=4062"},"modified":"2025-09-15T07:38:44","modified_gmt":"2025-09-15T05:38:44","slug":"what-you-should-keep-in-mind-before-purchasing-cyber-insurance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enthec.com\/en\/what-you-should-keep-in-mind-before-purchasing-cyber-insurance\/","title":{"rendered":"What you should keep in mind before purchasing cyber insurance"},"content":{"rendered":"
Cybersecurity is no longer an issue exclusive to large corporations or technology companies. Any organization, regardless of its size, can be the target of an attack. Cyber \u200b\u200binsurance has ceased to be an unknown concept and has become an <\/span> essential tool in business risk management.<\/b><\/p>\n However, taking out cyber insurance isn’t as simple as signing a policy and forgetting about it. There are several aspects worth analyzing before taking the plunge, and not all coverages are equally suited to each company’s needs. <\/span><\/p>\n In this context, Enthec’s Continuous Threat Exposure Management (CTEM) solution, Kartos, is beneficial. <\/span>Kartos enables companies to consistently identify their actual vulnerabilities<\/b> and how they are perceived externally, providing an accurate representation of their exposure. In addition to helping protect organizations themselves, this tool is also used by insurers to assess the viability and terms of cyber insurance policies, making it a strategic ally for both companies and insurance companies. <\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Cyber \u200b\u200binsurance is a<\/span> policy that protects organizations against damages arising from cybersecurity incidents.<\/b>. Unlike traditional insurance, it does not cover fire, physical theft, or material damage, but rather situations such as:<\/span><\/p>\n Interest in this type of insurance has increased in recent years for one apparent reason: The<\/span> frequency and average cost of cyberattacks have skyrocketed. <\/b>. According to the <\/span>Allianz Risk Barometer 2025 report<\/span><\/a>, 38% of European companies consider cybercrime to be the most significant risk to their business, surpassing concerns about supply chain disruptions or natural disasters<\/span>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Not all companies need the same policy, nor do all insurers offer the same coverage. Before signing, it’s a good idea to review some key points: <\/span><\/p>\n Cyber \u200b\u200binsurance is no substitute for preventive measures. In fact, most insurers thoroughly review an organization’s cybersecurity status before accepting a policy. Tools like Kartos are crucial here, as they provide objective data to demonstrate a company’s exposure and how it is managed. <\/span><\/p>\n Not all policies include the same things. It’s essential to check if the following are covered: <\/span><\/p>\n Cyber \u200b\u200binsurance for businesses must be tailored to the sector in which they operate, as a technology company is not the same as a law firm or a logistics SME.<\/span><\/p>\n It’s a good idea to read the fine print. Some insurers exclude damage caused by employees, incidents resulting from poor security practices, or state-directed attacks. Evaluating these limitations is essential to avoid surprises when coverage is genuinely needed. <\/span><\/p>\n Many insurers require the implementation of basic cybersecurity measures: backups, contingency plans, employee training, or data encryption. Kartos can be a strategic ally in meeting these requirements and maintaining them over time, as it <\/span>continuously monitors the organization’s security.<\/b><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n In addition to its primary function as a cyber surveillance and CTEM tool,<\/span> Kartos brings added value to the insurance sector <\/b>. by providing an accurate view of an organization’s digital security status, making it easier for both organizations and insurers to assess risks.<\/span><\/p>\n In short, having a solution like Kartos not only strengthens protection against cyberattacks but also<\/span> facilitates access to cyber insurance tailored to the unique needs of each organization<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Another aspect to consider is the relationship between cyber insurance and legal obligations. The <\/span>General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)<\/b> establishes very high penalties in case of escape or misuse of<\/span> personal data.<\/span><\/a>. Although cyber insurance may cover some of these penalties or associated legal expenses, the policy does not exempt the company from liability.<\/span><\/p>\n Here again, prevention is key. Implementing solutions, such as <\/span>continuous risk management,<\/b> as those offered by Enthec, is the best guarantee for minimizing the impact of an incident and demonstrating due diligence to regulatory bodies.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Although the term is usually associated with the corporate sphere, there is also the figure of <\/span>cyber insurance for individuals.<\/b>. In this case, the policies focus on protecting digital identity, preventing fraud in online purchases, or covering losses resulting from password theft.<\/span><\/p>\n From Enthec, the solution<\/span> Qondar<\/span><\/a> is designed explicitly for this profile, offering active monitoring of each person’s<\/span> digital footprint.<\/span><\/a> In this way, the user has an <\/span>additional layer of security that complements what individual insurance can offer.<\/b><\/p>\n Cyber \u200b\u200binsurance has become an essential <\/span>cybersecurity tool<\/span><\/a> for managing risk in the digital environment. However, it’s not enough to take out the first available policy. Before deciding, it’s essential to assess your actual exposure, review coverage, understand limitations, and, above all, <\/span>have objective data that support the company’s situation<\/b>.<\/span><\/p>\n This is where Kartos, Enthec’s solution, becomes a strategic ally. Its ability to continuously monitor digital security not only strengthens the organization’s protection but also facilitates access to more precise and reliable cyber insurance. <\/span><\/p>\n In a world where cybercrime is growing at an unstoppable pace, the combination of <\/span>active prevention and cyber insurance <\/b>is the best strategy to sleep peacefully.<\/span><\/p>\n Do you want to know how <\/span>Kartos can help you protect your business and make it easier to purchase your cyber insurance<\/b>?<\/span> Contact Enthec<\/span><\/a> and take the first step towards stronger and more transparent digital security.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Cybersecurity is no longer an issue exclusive to large corporations or technology companies. Any organization, regardless of its size, can […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":4061,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[44],"tags":[32,54,78],"class_list":["post-4062","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cybersecurity-en","tag-kartos-en","tag-regulations","tag-prevention"],"yoast_head":"\nWhat is cyber insurance, and why is it booming?<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Keys to keep in mind before purchasing cyber insurance<\/b><\/h2>\n
1. Actual level of risk exposure<\/b><\/h3>\n
2. Scope of coverage<\/b><\/h3>\n
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3. Exclusions and limitations<\/b><\/h3>\n
4. Prerequisites<\/b><\/h3>\n
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Kartos’ role in cyber insurance contracting<\/b><\/h2>\n
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Cyber \u200b\u200b\u200b\u200binsurance and regulatory compliance<\/b><\/h2>\n
Cyber \u200b\u200binsurance for companies vs. cyber insurance for individuals<\/b><\/h2>\n