New Cybersecurity Solution Protects Business Travellers from Growing Digital Threats

In an era where cybercrime is rising globally, targeting individuals and businesses alike, safeguarding sensitive information has become increasingly important. With a sharp focus on protecting business travellers, BOXX Insurance, a global cyber insurance and security leader, has partnered with World Travel Protection, a key player in travel risk management, to introduce Cyber Assist—an innovative cybersecurity solution specifically designed for those on the move.

This cutting-edge tool is now available globally as part of World Travel Protection’s suite of services, providing businesses and their travelling personnel with real-time protection against growing cyber threats. Business travellers, often relying on mobile devices and connecting to unsecured networks in hotels and airports, are particularly vulnerable to a range of cyber risks, from data theft on public Wi-Fi to phishing scams and compromised Bluetooth connections.

A Persistent and Growing Threat

While cyber risks are not new, the frequency and sophistication of attacks are intensifying, particularly when targeting travellers. Business travellers, often carrying sensitive corporate data, present a lucrative target for cybercriminals. Despite the heightened risks, research from World Travel Protection shows that many business travellers fail to take adequate cyber safety precautions.

Speaking about the importance of this new solution, Adrian Leach, CEO of World Travel Protection, emphasised the growing need for cyber protection while travelling: “With the rise of cyber threats targeting travellers, comprehensive protection is more critical than ever, and we are pleased to offer this novel solution.”

The Cyber Assist platform does more than simply alert users to security breaches. It provides essential identity monitoring, alerting travellers if their personal or corporate data has been compromised or sold on the dark web. In the unfortunate event of a breach, the system offers step-by-step guidance on how to re-secure credentials, empowering users to respond swiftly and effectively.