Introduction to Cyber Insurance

This course is worth 1 CIA CE credits.

Welcome to Introduction to Cyber Insurance!

Cyber threats are an ever-growing risk for businesses of all sizes. As cyberattacks become more frequent and severe, organizations must take proactive steps to manage both security and financial risks. Cyber insurance plays a critical role in helping businesses recover from cyber incidents by covering financial losses, legal costs, and response efforts.

This course provides a foundational understanding of cyber insurance, its importance in today’s business environment, and how it helps organizations mitigate cyber risks. Whether you are an insurance professional, business leader, or cybersecurity expert, this course will equip you with the essential knowledge needed to navigate the complexities of cyber insurance.

Learning Objectives

• Define cyber insurance, its purpose, and key coverages.
• Identify common cyber risks and understand why standard insurance policies do not provide adequate protection.
• Analyze what makes cyber risk different from traditional insurance risks.
• Distinguish between first-party and third-party coverages, as well as common policy exclusions.
• Examine the latest developments in cyber insurance.
• Define and recognize key cyber terms.