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Cyber Insurance Underwriting Emphasizes Identity Posture in 2026

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In 2026, cyber insurance underwriting increasingly focuses on identity posture, driven by the rising prevalence of credential compromise in cyber-attacks. Insurers and regulators prioritize factors like password hygiene, privileged access management, and multi-factor authentication (MFA) coverage to assess cyber risk and determine insurance costs. Organizations must demonstrate strong identity controls to secure favorable terms, as credential compromise remains a critical attack vector.

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  1. 20.02.2026 12:30 1 articles · 12h ago

    Insurers Prioritize Identity Posture in Cyber Insurance Underwriting

    In 2026, insurers and regulators are placing greater emphasis on identity posture when assessing cyber risk. This includes evaluating password hygiene, privileged access management, and MFA coverage. Organizations must demonstrate strong identity controls to secure favorable insurance terms, as credential compromise remains a critical attack vector.

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