HDI expands Cyber insurance and offers new coverage

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1 HDI expands Cyber insurance and offers new coverage concepts HDI Global SE HDI Versicherung AG HDI-Platz Hannover Cyber protection now for businesses of all sizes Standalone solutions for mid-sized and large companies Additional Cyberrisk module as a supplement to the liability policy for small companies Introduction of cyber insurance solutions also in European countries outside Germany, and in the USA Talanx Group Communications T F Hannover, 2 June 2016 HDI Versicherung AG and HDI Global SE are now offering insurance cover against cyber hazards for businesses of any size: from independent master craftsmen, through small and mid-sized enterprises with sales up to 50 million euros, to big industrial groups. The two companies from the Talanx Group operating in retail and corporate insurance, and industrial insurance, are now offering all businesses the appropriate financial protection against loss or damage caused by hackers and other cyber criminals. Alongside technical and organisational protective measures, comprehensive insurance cover against cybercrime has meanwhile become a key issue for the ongoing existence of virtually every company as a going concern. Almost 46,000 cases of cybercrime were recorded in the criminal statistics of the German Federal Criminal Police Office (BKA) in Experts suspect that the figure is significantly higher if unreported crime is taken into account. This demonstrates the extent to which companies are today the focus of criminals on the Internet. Cyberrisk as supplementary cover to liability for small companies HDI Versicherung AG offers the supplementary module Cyber Risk for public liability to cover small and mid-sized enterprises up to sales of 5 million euros or 20 million euros for trading companies. The cover 1/5

2 can be put together with a single line product and with the Compact combined policy. Daniel Koch, Head of the Product Management Department at HDI insurers explained: We therefore offer small companies and small mid-sized enterprises compact and yet comprehensive protection against cyber risks. This positions Cyberrisk ideally as supplementary cover for public liability. Furthermore, this Cyber coverage is not simply restricted to protection against loss and damage caused by third parties, it also includes cover for own loss or damage. That means Cyberrisk can provide cover for companies against loss or damage which they sustain as victims of computer criminality, and against loss or damage for which they are held liable by customers or third parties. In particular, the combination of Cyberrisk with the Compact combined policy simplifies the appropriate overall insurance cover of a company. This is because Compact combines complete insurance cover in a single policy, which can be tailored to the individual sector and structured on a modular basis to cover risks extending from public liability to erection all-risks or inland carriers liability now also including cyber coverage. Standalone solutions Cyber+ Smart and Cyber+ for mid-sized and large companies Mid-sized companies with annual sales up to 50 million euros can now take advantage of the new Cyber+ Smart policy from HDI Global SE. The policy was developed as a standardised standalone product specifically for these companies. The scope of cover for Cyber+ Smart also includes own and third-party damage, including losses from business interruption, which have arisen as a result of data privacy breaches, data confidentiality breaches or network security breaches. This policy enables us to provide a bespoke solution for companies which are responding to the threat posed by cyber risks and want to expand their insurance cover accordingly, explained Philipp Lienau, who oversees the Cyber Insurance Team at HDI Global SE alongside his other re- 2/5

3 sponsibilities as Head of Liability Insurance for Purely Financial Losses Contracts. Cyber+ Smart is the right insurance cover for many mid-sized companies from Germany with sums insured up to one million euros. Higher limits of insurance for large industrial companies and groups can be obtained through the Cyber+ policy. A comprehensive risk analysis here provides the basis for assessment of the individual company risk. The modular product structure permits risk protection which is tailored entirely to the individual company. This policy has been offered since 2013 and has now been expanded by additional benefits. They include, for example: Coverage also for claims arising from the breach of personal privacy laws in the media, e.g. Internet (media liability) Optional protection relating to contractual penalties in accordance with the Payment Card Industry (PCI) Standard and defence against data protection proceedings Precautionary assistance and advisory services for professional support if there is suspicion of a cyber incident Coverage for additional costs incurred by business interruption and optional protection against incorrect operation by a company s own employees HDI with international expertise in cyber insurance Cyber+ is now being offered to an increasing number of customers abroad. This year sees the launch of this Cyber+ insurance solution in the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States. The market launch is currently being prepared for roll-out in other countries inside and outside Europe. Cyber+ has already been introduced in Austria and Switzerland. HDI therefore ranks among the few international insurers which have in-house know-how on cyber insurance 3/5

4 cover in several countries. This international expertise is continually being expanded. About HDI Global SE As an industrial lines insurer, HDI Global SE meets the needs of industrial and corporate customers with insurance solutions that are specifically tailored to their requirements. In addition to HDI's prominent position in the German and broader European market, the company also has operations in more than 130 countries through foreign branch offices, subsidiary and peer companies, and network partners. The company is thus able to offer its customers local policies for their global operations, which ensure that the established service and insurance protection is extended for all covered risks world-wide. About HDI Versicherung AG HDI Versicherung AG offers property insurance solutions for retail customers and company clients. The product range spans motor insurance policies, through private liability and householders insurance to complete solutions for small and mid-sized companies, and special, vocation-based solutions for the self-employed. Both companies are part of Talanx Group. With premium income of EUR 31.8 billion (2015) and about 22,000 employees, Talanx is one of the major European insurance groups. The rating agency Standard & Poor s has given the Talanx Primary Group a financial strength rating of A+/stable (strong) and the Hannover Re Group one of AA / stable (very strong). Talanx AG is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange in the MDAX as well as on the stock exchanges in Hannover and Warsaw (ISIN: DE000TLX1005, German Securities Code: TLX100, Polish Securities Code: TNX). You can find additional information by going to: and 4/5

5 For media enquiries please contact: HDI Global SE Martin Schrader Tel.: HDI Versicherung AG Andreas Ahrenbeck Tel.: Disclaimer This news release contains forward-looking statements which are based on certain assumptions, expectations and opinions of the Talanx AG management. These statements are, therefore, subject to certain known or unknown risks and uncertainties. A variety of factors, many of which are beyond Talanx AG s control, affect Talanx AG s business activities, business strategy, results, performance and achievements. Should one or more of these factors or risks or uncertainties materialize, actual results, performance or achievements of Talanx AG may vary materially from those expressed or implied in the relevant forward-looking statement. Talanx AG does not guarantee that the assumptions underlying such forward-looking statements are free from errors nor does Talanx AG accept any responsibility for the actual occurrence of the forecasted developments. Talanx AG neither intends, nor assumes any obligation, to update or revise these forward-looking statements in light of developments which differ from those anticipated. 5/5