AI Security and Compliance in Insurance
Trustwise delivers an AI Security and Control Layer, which includes AI Trust Management for Agentic AI Systems. Modern AI projects fail to scale, not because of a lack of ambition, but due to unreliability, inefficiency, and lack of control. This is the Trust Gap, a critical barrier to achieving widespread AI adoption. The emergence of agentic AI only widens this gap, introducing greater complexity and risk. Our solutions (Harmony Ai) minimize the Trust Gap throughout the entire AI lifecycle, from simulation and verification to optimization and governance. Trustwise helps large organizations realize AI Trust and Security at scale.
We embed real-time security, control, and alignment into every agent so innovation scales without compromising control. We transform naked agents into Shielded Agents. We deliver trust-as-code through APIs, SDKs, MCPs, and Guardian Agents depending on your need.
The OWASP Top Ten
As the Head of Compliance at a large Insurance company, it’s crucial to be aware of the top security threats facing your organization. The Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP) regularly updates its Top Ten list of the most critical web application security risks. Understanding and mitigating these risks is essential in safeguarding your company’s sensitive data and maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
1. Injection
Injection flaws, such as SQL, NoSQL, OS, and LDAP injection, occur when untrusted data is sent to an interpreter as part of a command or query. This can lead to unauthorized access, data loss, or corruption. Mitigating injection vulnerabilities involves using parameterized queries, stored procedures, and input validation.
2. Broken Authentication
Weaknesses in authentication and session management can allow attackers to compromise passwords, keys, or session tokens, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive data. Implementing strong password policies, multi-factor authentication, and secure session management practices can help mitigate these risks.
3. Sensitive Data Exposure
When sensitive data is not adequately protected, it can be exposed through various channels, such as inadequate encryption, weak configurations, or improper access controls. It’s crucial to implement strong encryption, secure key management, and access control mechanisms to safeguard sensitive data from unauthorized access.
4. XML External Entities (XXE)
XXE vulnerabilities occur when an application processes XML input containing a reference to an external entity. This can lead to disclosure of confidential data, denial of service, server-side request forgery, and other security implications. Avoiding the use of external entity references and employing strict input validation are essential for mitigating XXE risks.
5. Broken Access Control
Inadequate access control mechanisms can allow unauthorized users to view or modify sensitive data, execute unauthorized actions, or gain elevated privileges. Implementing proper authorization checks, role-based access control, and least privilege principles is critical for mitigating broken access control vulnerabilities.
6. Security Misconfiguration
Security misconfigurations, such as default configurations, incomplete or ad hoc configurations, and open cloud storage, can expose sensitive data to unauthorized access. Conducting regular security assessments, implementing secure defaults, and adhering to configuration management best practices are essential for mitigating security misconfiguration risks.
7. Cross-Site Scripting (XSS)
XSS vulnerabilities occur when an application includes untrusted data in a web page, leading to potential execution of malicious scripts in the context of a user’s browser. Employing output encoding, proper input validation, and content security policy can help mitigate the risks associated with cross-site scripting.
8. Insecure Deserialization
Insecure deserialization vulnerabilities can lead to remote code execution, privilege escalation, and other security implications. Mitigating these risks involves validating and monitoring serialized objects, employing integrity checks, and ensuring that only trusted data is deserialized.
9. Using Components with Known Vulnerabilities
When applications use components with known vulnerabilities, attackers can exploit these weaknesses to compromise the application’s security. Implementing a robust software inventory, monitoring for vulnerability disclosures, and promptly applying patches and updates are essential for mitigating risks associated with using vulnerable components.
10. Insufficient Logging and Monitoring
Inadequate logging and monitoring can hinder the detection and response to security incidents, allowing attackers to operate undetected within an environment. Implementing comprehensive logging, real-time monitoring, and automated alerting can enhance visibility and enable timely incident response.
Schedule Demo
Now that you have insights into the OWASP Top Ten and the critical security risks facing your organization, it’s essential to take proactive steps to mitigate these threats. Trustwise’s Harmony Ai solution offers a comprehensive approach to minimizing the Trust Gap and realizing AI Trust and Security at scale. Schedule a demo today to discover how Trustwise can help your insurance company achieve greater visibility and control over potential security risks, especially in multi-cloud or partner-integrated environments.
