Technology
Phishing Alert: Beware of Browser Extensions
Browser extensions are small software programs that offer features like filters and controls to change the way a user views web pages and services. They run inside web browsers and enable users to tailor the functionality of a browser. Although these features are...
Chris Moede appointed Technology CUO
We are pleased to announce that Chris Moede has been appointed Chief Underwriting Officer of Intact Technology. Moede joined the company in 2008 as a Technology/Life Sciences Underwriter, managing our central region. From this role he assumed increasing responsibility...
SolarWinds: Supply Chain Attack, Concerns, and Remediation Whitepaper Available
The compromise of the SolarWinds Orion Network Configuration Manager Update has been in the news since its discovery in December 2020. The impact of this cyberattack on a software supply chain (attacking a vendor’s software update build) is quite extensive and poses a...
Security First: Why you should think twice before allowing browser notifications
You may have noticed that while browsing the web, a prompt appears on the top of your screen that asks your permission to allow or block notifications from the site. These browser notifications or “push notifications” often appear on a mobile or desktop device when a...
Data Privacy Day: Here’s why you need to manage your personal information
Millions of people are unaware of and uninformed about how their personal information is being used, collected or shared in our digital society. Data Privacy Day occurs on January 28 annually and is led by the National Cyber Security Alliance (NCSA). Its purpose is to...
Who is Knocking at your Door? – Burglary and Theft Controls for your Business Whitepaper Available
The owner of a consumer electronics company locks the doors and arms the burglar alarm system at the end of a workday. Later that night, she receives a call from the police that thieves had driven a truck straight through the loading dock door and stolen video gaming...
Emerging Cyber Threats in 2021
The digital acceleration that occurred last year will continue to have far-reaching effects when it comes to cyber security. Security Boulevard predicts the global cost of cyber crime will reach $11 million per minute by 2021. According to the Identity Theft Resource...
Melissa Goto Appointed to Lead Intact Insurance Technology Business
PLYMOUTH, Minn. January 5, 2021 /CNW/ - Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions, the brand for Intact Financial Corporation’s (TSX: IFC) U.S. insurance company subsidiaries, announced that Melissa Goto has been appointed to lead its Technology business across North...
Intact Charitable Trust gives back during the holidays
Over the holidays, the Intact Charitable Trust contributed donations totaling $60,000 to nonprofits across the country, specifically in local communities where Intact Insurance Specialty Solutions has a presence. Below is a list of nonprofits we were pleased to...
Tips to Stay Cyber Safe this Holiday Season
The holidays are in full swing and so are the best deals for shopping! Like everything else, holiday shopping will be a bit different this year because of the ongoing pandemic. Pre-COVID online shopping was already expected to continue its increase in 2020,...