Cyber incident response planning reduces breach risk: report

Failing to Plan = Planning to Fail. The recently released Marsh report "Cybersecurity Signals: Connecting Controls and Incident Outcomes" finds that organizations that regularly engage in tabletop exercises and scenario-based breach response drills are 13% less likely to experience a material cyber event than those that do not. Despite being focused on post-breach activities, cyber incident response planning has emerged as a key cybersecurity control in reducing a company's likelihood of experiencing a breach-related claim “Our findings emphasize that simply deploying key cybersecurity controls is no longer enough—these tools must be properly managed and comprehensively used,” said Scott Stransky, Head of Marsh McLennan’s CRIC. “By drawing on our insights, organizations can make informed decisions to strengthen their security frameworks and help reduce their exposure to cyber risks.” “Marsh has long advocated proactive cyber incident response planning as a tool to help organizations effectively and efficiently respond to and recover from a cyberattack,” said Thomas Reagan, Global Cyber Practice Leader, Marsh. “What our latest research confirms is that thoughtful planning also drives secondary benefits like positive security behaviors and strong control implementations, which help build more organizational resilience and reduce breach incidents.” #CyberLiability #CyberBreach #CyberBreachResponse #Cybersecurity #CyberControls #CyberHygene #IncidentResponsePlanning #TabeltopExercises #OrganizationalResilience https://lnkd.in/gaN5Ywqv

Marsh: "Cybersecurity signals: Connecting controls and incident outcomes" "Which cybersecurity measures have the biggest impact on risk? The latest report from Marsh McLennan’s Cyber Risk Intelligence Center explores which cybersecurity measures truly make a difference in reducing risk. Our report also aims to advance the conversation about control evaluation within the cybersecurity community. Building on the foundation established by our groundbreaking 2023 publication, Using Data to Prioritize Cybersecurity Investments – which provided a data-driven, evidence-based analysis of cybersecurity control effectiveness – our Cyber Risk Intelligence Center has analyzed thousands of organizations’ cyber control implementations. The findings reinforce the importance of foundational cybersecurity practices – shifting the focus on whether a control is in place to how it is deployed. Our report will help you: Learn how the cybersecurity control landscape has evolved over the past two years to keep your organization’s practices current and effective. Gain insight into which cybersecurity controls are most widely adopted – and which are most effective. Focus on the top five control areas identified as most effective in lowering your organization’s risk exposure." #cyber #insurance #Marsh

The latest report from Marsh McLennan’s Cyber Risk Intelligence Centre explores which cybersecurity measures truly make a difference in reducing risk. Our report also aims to advance the conversation about control evaluation within the cybersecurity community. Building on the foundation established by our groundbreaking 2023 publication, Using Data to Prioritise Cybersecurity Investments – which provided a data-driven, evidence-based analysis of cybersecurity control effectiveness – our Cyber Risk Intelligence Centre has analysed thousands of organisations’ cyber control implementations. The findings reinforce the importance of foundational cybersecurity practices – shifting the focus from whether a control is in place to how it is deployed. Our report will help you: 🏫 Learn how the cybersecurity control landscape has evolved over the past two years to keep your organisation’s practices current and effective. 💻 Gain insight into which cybersecurity controls are most widely adopted – and which are most effective. 🛡️ Focus on the top five control areas identified as most effective in lowering your organisation’s risk exposure. #cyber #risk #riskmanagement #riskcontrols #cyberinsurance

Cyber resilience isn’t a one-time box-tick...it’s an ongoing priority! If your Cyber Essentials certification is out of date, your last pen test was a while ago, or visibility of critical assets is patchy, it’s time to take action! Misco and I support our clients to: ✅ Achieve and maintain Cyber Essentials / CE+ ✅ Strengthen vulnerability management ✅ Align with compliance and governance standards ✅ Build clear, continuous improvement plans Ready to tighten things up? Luke@misco.co.uk #CyberEssentials #CyberSecurity #Compliance #RiskManagement #CEPlus #VulnerabilityManagement #CyberResilience

🔒 Cybersecurity audits are more crucial than ever in today's digital age. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, businesses must prioritize their digital defenses. A cybersecurity audit is a comprehensive evaluation of an organization’s IT systems, policies, and controls. It identifies vulnerabilities and ensures that risk management practices are up to par. 🛡️ For businesses, this means safeguarding sensitive data, maintaining customer trust, and complying with regulations. An effective audit can uncover neglected areas that need immediate attention and offer insights on strengthening security measures. By proactively conducting audits, companies not only protect their assets but also position themselves as trustworthy entities in the eyes of clients and stakeholders. Are you prepared for your next cybersecurity audit, and what steps are you taking to ensure your organization remains secure? #CyberSecurity #DataProtection #RiskManagement #BusinessSecurity #ITAudit #InformationSecurity #CyberThreats #Compliance #TechTrends #DigitalSafety

One overlooked vulnerability can cost your business everything. Cyberattacks don’t always come with warning signs. Sometimes, it’s a missed software update. Other times, it’s a misconfigured setting or an employee clicking the wrong link. That’s why a cyber risk assessment is more than just a checklist. It’s a strategic tool to identify, prioritise, and mitigate threats. Discover best practices for conducting a cybersecurity risk assessment. https://lnkd.in/gbBdpsdw #CyberSecurity #RiskAssessment #DataProtection #CyberRisk #CanonBusinessServices

🔐 Cyber threats are growing — is your business prepared? At Manguele Advisory Group, we help organisations strengthen their cybersecurity posture with: ✅ Risk assessments ✅ Data protection frameworks ✅ Incident response planning A secure business is a sustainable business. #Cybersecurity #RiskManagement #DataProtection #BusinessGrowth

5 Must-Have Security Policies Every SME Needs Running a small or medium-sized business? You may think cybercriminals only go after big corporations but SMEs are often their easiest targets. Here are 5 simple but powerful policies to strengthen your defenses: 📌Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Add an extra layer of protection beyond passwords. 📌Regular Backups: Ensure business continuity by backing up critical data securely. 📌Employee Training: Human error is the #1 threat. Train your team to spot phishing and scams. 📌Vendor Risk Checks: Third-party partners can expose you. Review their security practices regularly. 📌Incident Response Plan: Have a playbook ready so you know exactly what to do if an attack happens. ✅ Start with these five, and you’ll already be ahead of most SMEs when it comes to cyber resilience. Follow Cybershield Risk Management Ltd for more practical cybersecurity tips that help you protect your business today and prepare for tomorrow. #cybersecurity #smes #dataprotection #businessgrowth #cybershield

#CMMC: More Than Just Compliance—It’s Cyber Resilience... Chuck Brooks, a recognized GovCon expert, recently shared a sharp analysis on the evolving Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) framework. His insights underscore how CMMC isn’t just a checkbox—it’s a strategic imperative for federal contractors navigating today’s threat landscape. 📅 Mark your calendar: November 10, 2025 This date is pivotal as it marks the expected rollout of updated CMMC requirements—impacting thousands of organizations in the defense industrial base. If you're not preparing now, you're already behind. Whether you're in risk, compliance, or IT leadership, this is your cue to revisit your cyber posture and readiness. Take a break, read about it... https://lnkd.in/ga7NwHuX #CMMC #Cybersecurity #GovCon #RiskManagement #Compliance #DefenseIndustry #SikichSecurity

Patty Ryan, Chief Information Security Officer, QuidelOrtho Contributed an article "Adapting Security with Clear Risk Awareness and Team Support" “I am aware that most companies conduct a security-related review of third parties as part of their initial onboarding process. However, as threats evolve, a third party’s cybersecurity posture may also change, so companies must have a means in place to periodically review the cybersecurity posture of any contracted third party” says Patty Ryan. Read More : https://lnkd.in/gSnZTuJS #InformationSecurity #RiskManagement #CyberSecurityLeadership #IncidentResponse #DataProtection #SecurityArchitecture #SecurityCulture #InnovationWithSecurity