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September 02, 2025 • 2 min read
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What CPA Firms Get Wrong About Cyber Risk (and How to Fix It)

As trusted advisors to businesses and stewards of sensitive financial data, CPA firms face a unique cyber risk profile. But too many firms—especially small and midsize practices—still operate under dangerous misconceptions about cybersecurity.

Simplifying Cyber for Leaders
August 29, 2025 • 2 min read
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SEC & FTC Cybersecurity Compliance: A Practical Guide for SMBs

Why Compliance Matters More Than Ever For small and mid-sized financial services firms, cybersecurity compliance isn’t just about checking boxes—it’s about survival. Both the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have raised the bar, requiring firms to ...

Is Your Cyber Program Enough?
August 27, 2025 • 3 min read
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The Role of Penetration Testing in Cyber Liability Coverage

When it comes to cyber liability insurance, most companies focus on coverage limits, exclusions, and premiums. But one factor often gets overlooked—how penetration testing influences your ability to secure, retain, and actually benefit from that coverage.

Simplifying Cyber for Leaders
August 19, 2025 • 2 min read
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The Top 10 Controls That Lower Cyber Liability Exposure Fast

When it comes to managing cyber risk, time and budget are always limited. But not all security controls are created equal—some have an outsized impact on both your technical security and your legal and financial exposure.

Simplifying Cyber for Leaders
August 11, 2025 • 2 min read
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Why Your Cybersecurity Documentation Matters in Court and With Carriers

In cybersecurity, most of the attention goes to technology—firewalls, endpoint detection, encryption, MFA. But when a breach occurs and the dust settles, it's not just your defenses that get scrutinized—it's your documentation.

Compliance Without the Headache
August 05, 2025 • 2 min read
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Zero Trust, Real Risk: What the Framework Actually Means for Liability

The term Zero Trust has made its way into nearly every cybersecurity pitch, vendor presentation, and regulatory recommendation. But for business leaders and legal teams, the question remains: What does Zero Trust actually mean for liability exposure when something goes wrong?

Is Your Cyber Program Enough?
July 29, 2025 • 2 min read
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Board Presentation Tips for Communicating Cyber Risks

Effectively conveying cyber risks to the board is crucial for securing the necessary support and resources. Learn how to present cybersecurity information in a clear, concise, and compelling manner tailored for financial services.

Simplifying Cyber for Leaders
July 29, 2025 • 2 min read
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Cybersecurity Essentials for Small Businesses Under Texas SB2610

Texas SB2610 introduces crucial cybersecurity mandates for small businesses, ensuring legal and financial protection through compliance.

July 22, 2025 • 2 min read
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Common Pitfalls in Cybersecurity Policies—and How to Fix Them

From vague language to missing accountability, here’s how to tighten your cybersecurity posture with defensible, court-ready policies.

Lessons from the Cyber Front