In the fight against cybercrime, a strong cyber insurance policy and security measures like firewalls are vital. However, with attacks becoming more sophisticated and human error still a leading cause of entry – something no policy document or firewall can prevent – there’s more businesses can do to strengthen their cyber resilience.
That’s why we built the CFC Response app. Free for all CFC cyber policyholders, the app is the fastest way to notify us of a cyber event or potential claim. And that’s just the start. Beyond incident reporting, the app provides a suite of cyber security tools that businesses would typically pay for elsewhere. By including them at no extra cost, the app gives policyholders valuable, cost-effective protection to help reduce risk, raise awareness and strengthen day-to-day resilience.
What free cyber security tools come with the CFC Response app?
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Deep scanning: Looking for hacker entry points
Businesses may already be familiar with vulnerability scanning, which checks for potential entry points into your network – think of these as digital doors and windows. Deep scanning goes further. Instead of simply detecting openings, it actively tests them – like trying the door handle to see if it will turn. This tool safely identifies weaknesses, such as exposed remote desktop services or outdated software, that attackers could exploit.
When a genuine exposure is detected, the Response app sends a real‑time alert with clear, actionable steps to fix the issue. As a rule, no news is good news – it means your network is looking secure.
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Phishing simulation: Turning mistakes into lessons
Human error remains the biggest weakness in any cyber defense, linked to three in four CFC cyber claims – with phishing emails among the most common ways attackers get in. The phishing simulation tool in the CFC Response app helps tackles this risk directly by sending realistic mock phishing emails to selected or at-risk employees, testing their ability to spot suspicious messages and building a stronger security culture.
If someone clicks the phishing link or enters their details, they’re guided to a page explaining what went wrong. Monthly reports then highlight who clicked on what and ways to approach extra training and awareness, helping teams learn safely without the consequences of a real attack.
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Dark web monitoring: Uncovering hidden threats
Cybercriminals often trade stolen credentials and sensitive data on the dark web as currency to facilitate an attack. Our dark web monitoring tool scans these hidden corners of the internet for signs a business is being targeted – whether that’s via compromised login details or an exposed IP address.
If anything is detected, an actionable alert will be sent through the app, so systems can be secured immediately. This early warning system helps prevent breaches and reduces the risk of ransomware or fraud.
The CFC Response app: How to get started
Access to all these tools is completely free for CFC cyber policyholders. Insureds need simply download the CFC Response app from the App Store or Google Play, register with their work email and activate the tools directly from the home screen. From deep scanning to phishing simulations and dark web monitoring, all valuable tools for a business to strengthen its cyber posture sits in one place.
Help your clients strengthen their cyber resilience today with the CFC Response app.
