The federal government has warned that a newly discovered computer software vulnerability poses a major threat to the security of computer networks around the country. Cybercriminals are exploiting holes in open-source code software commonly used in computer applications, websites, and cloud services. This can allow cybercriminals to seize control of a business’s computer network if preventative measures are not taken. This is not a threat that businesses should take lightly as it could cripple your organization if your network is affected. If your firm is large enough to have dedicated IT staff, it should be their immediate focus. The Danger of the Log4j Vulnerability The vulnerability lies in the Log4j software library, written in the Java programming language and created by the Apache Software Foundation. Many software vendors incorporate the Log4j software library into products such as websites, applications, and cloud services to record network security and performance info

Presented by: Heffernan Insurance Brokers Understand what moves the needle for insurance companies and concrete actions you can take to reduce your winery’s wildfire risk, increase wildfire resilience, and manage your overall risk. Stuart Bockman, GM of Peter Michael Winery in Calistoga, will share their new wildfire mitigation protocols and how that has enabled them to procure Insurance amidst an insurance crisis. Join us June 16 at 11am for this free webinar. Register Now Speakers:  Stuart Bockman, GM Peter Michael Winery Liz Bishop, Heffernan Wine Practice Leader / EVP, Heffernan Insurance Brokers  Debra Costa, Wine Practice Leader / SVP, Heffernan Insurance Brokers  Adam Iveson, President, Ember Defense

By Shannon Antonini, VP, Customer Risk Management As wildfires threaten communities in California and beyond, many grape growers have faced a difficult 2020 harvest made even more challenging by the fast-moving fires and smoke that has filled the region. Even for the vineyards that have been spared from the ravages of fire, extreme smoke conditions can taint the grapes. As a general recommendation, producers who believe their crop has been impacted by fire, smoke or excessive heat should file a crop insurance claim with their crop insurance agent. To provide further guidance for our customers and other grape growers, we have compiled some of the most common questions about smoke taint and crop insurance. All policyholders who believe their crop has been impacted should contact their insurance agent immediately upon recognizing potential impact and open a notice of damage. A notice of damage is to be filed by the policyholder within 72 hours of the policyholder’s initial disc