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Protect your portfolio from cyber attacks in three steps

Threats and their associated risks change constantly. Conduct regular assessments to ensure you remain protected as your operations change and threats evolve.
Anthony Dagostino
February 13, 2025

Key takeaways

  • Cybersecurity is a critical concern for fund CFOs.
  • Assessing cybersecurity is a key component of regular due diligence activities.
  • The rise of AI creates both risks and opportunities for cybersecurity.

Address key threats with a three-step framework

Cybersecurity three-step framework infographic

Step 1: Quantify risk

Start by assessing your exposure to cyber threats, as well as any coverage you may already have

Cybersecurity infographic quantify risk

Step 2: Assess controls

Optimize your security spend by putting the money where it matters, in these nine critical controls

Cybersecurity infographic consult trusted resources

Step 3: Consult trusted resources

Engage providers and partners to support your efforts in the event an attack does occur

Cybersecurity infographic assess controls

Continuously revisit these steps to stay current as threats evolve

Cybersecurity infographic revisit these steps

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Anthony Dagostino

Anthony Dagostino

President & Chief Underwriting Officer, Avoca Risk LLC


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