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Private Equity Firms Boost Cybersecurity Amid Rising Threats

9/5/2025

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Private equity firms are strengthening cybersecurity due to increasing risks among portfolio companies.
A QBE North America survey found 54% of firms experienced cyber incidents affecting up to 25% of their portfolios.
Ninety-five percent of PE firms now mandate basic technical controls and formal incident response plans.
Cyber evaluations persist post-acquisition, with regular reviews being common.
The QBE report stresses ongoing cybersecurity focus throughout the investment lifecycle.

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Story summary

Private equity firms are strengthening cybersecurity due to increasing risks among portfolio companies.
A QBE North America survey found 54% of firms experienced cyber incidents affecting up to 25% of their portfolios.
Ninety-five percent of PE firms now mandate basic technical controls and formal incident response plans.
Cyber evaluations persist post-acquisition, with regular reviews being common.
The QBE report stresses ongoing cybersecurity focus throughout the investment lifecycle.