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Cyber insurance readiness

Get ready for your cyber insurance application or renewal

Understand what the 50 most common application questions are really asking, put the 12 controls underwriters look for in place, and build an evidence binder that backs up every answer.

  • Editable Word & Excel
  • Instant download
  • One-time purchase
Why it matters

Why applications are getting harder

Cyber insurance applications now ask detailed questions about multi-factor authentication, endpoint detection, backups, patching, privileged access, training and funds transfer verification. Some carriers decline or raise premiums when the answers are weak.

An inaccurate answer can create a coverage dispute after a claim. Knowing what each question means, and keeping evidence that your answer is true, protects you at renewal and at claim time.

This kit explains each common question in plain English and gives you the policies and templates to back up your answers. It is not insurance advice; your broker remains your guide on coverage.

What's inside

Every file in each edition

Policy numbers carry over from the Starter Kit to the Professional Edition, so you can start small and upgrade without renumbering.

Starter Kit

$99

13 editable files

Policies 5

  • CIR-001Multi-Factor Authentication Access Policy
  • CIR-002Backup & Recovery Policy
  • CIR-003Endpoint Protection & Patch Management Policy
  • CIR-004Funds Transfer & Payment Change Verification Policy
  • CIR-005Incident Response & Insurer Notification Policy

Plans, guides & assessments 7

  • WordImplementation Guide
  • WordCyber Insurance Application Answer Guide
  • Word12 Controls Underwriters Look For
  • WordEvidence Binder Guide
  • WordFunds Transfer Verification Procedure
  • WordIncident Response Quick Plan
  • WordRenewal Readiness Timeline

Workbook 1

  • ExcelCyber Insurance Readiness Workbook

Professional Edition

$199

33 editable files

Policies 13

  • CIR-001Multi-Factor Authentication Access Policy
  • CIR-002Backup & Recovery Policy
  • CIR-003Endpoint Protection & Patch Management Policy
  • CIR-004Funds Transfer & Payment Change Verification Policy
  • CIR-005Incident Response & Insurer Notification Policy
  • CIR-006Privileged Access Management Policy
  • CIR-007Email Security & Phishing Policy
  • CIR-008Security Awareness & Phishing Simulation Policy
  • CIR-009Vulnerability & End-of-Life Management Policy
  • CIR-010Third-Party Remote Access Policy
  • CIR-011Data Inventory, Encryption & Retention Policy
  • CIR-012Business Continuity & Disaster Recovery Policy
  • CIR-013AI Governance Policy

Plans, guides & assessments 11

  • WordProfessional Edition Implementation Guide
  • WordCyber Insurance Application Answer Guide
  • Word12 Controls Underwriters Look For
  • WordSupplemental Questionnaire Guide
  • WordCoverage Review Guide
  • WordEvidence Binder Guide
  • WordIncident Response & Claims Playbook
  • WordRansomware Claim Tabletop Exercise
  • WordRenewal Readiness Timeline
  • WordFunds Transfer Verification Procedure
  • Word50-Question Cyber Insurance Readiness Self-Assessment

Forms & templates 8

  • TEMPLATE-01Security Controls Summary Letter
  • TEMPLATE-02Application Accuracy Attestation
  • TEMPLATE-03Funds Transfer Verification Form
  • TEMPLATE-04MFA Security Exception Form
  • TEMPLATE-05Notice of Incident to Insurer
  • TEMPLATE-06Claim Cost & Business Interruption Tracker
  • TEMPLATE-07Vendor Remote Access Attestation
  • TEMPLATE-08Broker Quote Request Checklist

Workbook 1

  • ExcelCyber Insurance Readiness Professional Workbook
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Free Cyber Insurance Readiness cybersecurity self-assessment

Answer 50 yes / no / not sure questions across 10 areas. Score your results and get clear next steps for your industry.

  • Small Business, Law Office, Real Estate, Healthcare, Accounting & Tax, Insurance Agency, Financial Advisor, Auto Dealer, Mortgage & Title, and Cyber Insurance Readiness editions
  • Starred priority questions and a scoring table
  • Printable PDF

Get your free self-assessment

We use your details to send your assessment and follow up about Cybriva. We never sell your information (see Privacy & Security). Results are for your own planning, not a compliance determination, HIPAA risk analysis or security assessment.

Questions

Cyber Insurance Readiness kit FAQ

Does this work for any industry?

Yes. The kit is cross-industry. If you also want industry-specific policies, pair it with the kit for your industry.

Will it guarantee I get coverage?

No. Underwriting decisions are made by insurers. The kit helps you understand the questions, close common gaps and document your controls.

What format are the files in?

Editable Microsoft Word policies, plans and forms plus an Excel workbook. You download everything right after checkout and customize it for your organization.

Can I start with the Starter Kit and upgrade later?

Yes. The Professional Edition keeps every Starter Kit policy under the same ID number, so nothing you have already customized gets renumbered.

Is this legal advice or a certification?

No. Cybriva provides templates and education. It is not legal advice, an audit, a certification or a guarantee of compliance or security. Have your attorney review documents that carry legal obligations.

Free self-assessment