Does installing antivirus check the cybersecurity box? It doesn’t.
Carriers today expect far more than basic virus protection if your agency handles personal, financial, or health information.
Antivirus protects one device.
Carriers expect protection for your entire operation.
Insurance carriers have seen the impact of cyber breaches:
They are not just protecting themselves.
They are protecting the entire distribution chain — including your agency.
That’s why requirements keep increasing.
While requirements vary, most carriers now expect agencies to have:
Antivirus alone does not cover these.
If your agency only has antivirus:
This is not about adding tools randomly.
It’s about having a structured, layered approach.
If you’re unsure whether your agency meets current carrier expectations, we’re happy to review it with you.