A hacker with a hood pulled over their head sits at a computer with their back to the camera. When partnering with a new vendor, insurers should always inquire about how their products stack up when it comes to cybersecurity before implementing the new technology. (Credit: Pira25/Shutterstock.com)

The fact that insurance is a lucrative industry, where companies have large amounts of customers' private information, makes it a prime target for cybercriminals. As insurers implement new technology to supplement their customer experience, it creates even more chances for hackers to find holes in a company's security, leaving it vulnerable to attack.

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Brittney Meredith-Miller

Brittney Meredith-Miller is assistant editor of PropertyCasualty360.com. She can be reached at [email protected].

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