What Is NOT Covered Under Cyber Insurance: Understanding the Gaps

The Expert Podcast

Topic:
The recent cyber attack on CDK Global, a major provider of technical platforms for automotive dealerships.

Case Study:
This attack serves as a significant case study in understanding how cyber attacks impact businesses and the responses from clients, third parties, and insurance companies.

Impact:

• The attack affected 15,000 car dealerships.
• Many dealerships were effectively shut down for about a week, unable to sell or service vehicles.
• Some dealerships resorted to using pen and paper, but many were unable to operate.

Aftermath:

• CDK eventually resolved the issue, but the legal process is now beginning.
• Dealerships are filing insurance claims for losses, including lost sales and overtime costs.

Insurance Coverage Considerations:

• It's crucial to understand what your insurance policy covers, especially regarding cyber liability.
• Standard policies may only cover direct hacks, not third-party breaches.
• Business Interruption Insurance (BII) may not apply unless there’s physical damage to the premises.
• Commercial insurance policies are often complex with various layers of coverage, endorsements, and exclusions.
• Cyber attacks are becoming the biggest risk to most companies, more so than natural disasters or other types of losses.

Advice:

• Consider obtaining a standalone cyber liability policy.
• Consult your insurance agent or broker to understand your coverage and exclusions.
• Know what you're covered for and make informed decisions about additional insurance needs.

Conclusion: Cyber liability and cyber attacks represent an evolving risk landscape. Understanding your insurance coverage is crucial to protecting your business from these new threats.

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