UK cyber insurance payouts surge as malware and ransomware claims grow
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UK cyber insurance payouts jumped to £197m last year, and malware and ransomware now account for 51% of claims, signalling heavier loss pressure across insured organizations. The shift matters because claim costs are rising faster than policy growth and the loss mix is becoming more attack-driven.
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12.11.2025 16:30 2 articles · 6mo ago
UK cyber insurance payouts surge as malware and ransomware claims grow
Initial DisclosureA sharp rise in UK cyber-insurance payouts marks a new loss-heavy phase for the market. Malware and ransomware have become the dominant claims driver, amplifying cost pressure for insurers and insured organizations.
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- Cyber-Insurance Payouts Soar 230% in UK — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.11.2025 16:30
- Cyber-Insurance Payouts Soar 230% in UK — www.infosecurity-magazine.com — 12.11.2025 16:30