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Case Study: Cyber Insurance in Action
To better understand the practical application of cyber insurance, consider the following case study:
Scenario: A healthcare organization experiences a major data breach when attackers exploit a vulnerability in their patient data management system. Personal health information of thousands of patients is compromised, and the organization faces regulatory penalties, legal claims, and the cost of notifying affected individuals.
Cyber Insurance Coverage: The organization’s cyber insurance policy provides:
- First-party coverage for the costs of investigating the breach and restoring the compromised systems.
- Third-party coverage for legal defense costs and settlements arising from patient lawsuits.
- Coverage for regulatory fines and penalties imposed by health authorities.
- Crisis management services to handle public relations and mitigate reputational damage.
The cyber insurance policy helps the organization recover financially from the breach, covering significant expenses and minimizing the overall impact on its operations.