PHP2Shell vulnerability: What brokers need to know

You may have seen recent reports about a significant cybersecurity vulnerability affecting organizations around the world.
The vulnerability, known as PHP2Shell, affects widely used technology and has required organizations to assess their systems and take appropriate steps to protect against potential exposure.
For more information on the vulnerability, see the alert from the U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA).
At Gore Mutual, our IT teams have assessed and addressed the vulnerability, with no impact to brokers. Our systems and services continue to operate as usual.
While there is no action required related to your Gore Mutual systems, this incident is an important reminder of the evolving nature of cybersecurity threats. We encourage broker partners to remain vigilant and continue following the cybersecurity practices and guidance established by their own IT and security teams.
Cybersecurity remains a priority for Gore Mutual, and we’re most secure when carriers and brokers work together. As part of that shared effort, our teams continue to monitor evolving threats and take appropriate action to help protect our systems.
We’ll continue to keep you informed if anything changes that could affect how you do business with us.