Safeguarding Sensitive Data: Best Practices for Data Security and Privacy in the Insurance Industry

The insurance industry handles highly sensitive customer information, making it a prime target for cyberattacks. Ensuring the security and privacy of Electronic Protected Health Information (EPHI) is most important to maintaining customer trust and compliance with stringent regulations. The evolving threat landscape necessitates robust security measures to protect data both at rest and in transit. This whitepaper explores the critical need for data protection in the insurance sector and suggests best practices to reduce risks and build a resilient security system.