Category Archives: Banking

Disaster Recovery Planning and Testing: How to Prepare Your Bank for a Power Outage

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We know all about power outages at home—make sure you have a flashlight with extra batteries, keep some non-perishable food items on hand, and have a backup plan for charging your phone. But what about power outages at your bank? Are you prepared for the potential consequences of losing power in your financial institution? In […]

Is Your Bank Prepared? Common Business Continuity Concerns Answered

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With growing global uncertainty and the fast-paced evolution of digital threats, your bank’s business continuity planning (BCP) has never been more critical. From protecting sensitive financial data to ensuring operational resilience, every detail of your continuity framework matters. Why Be Concerned With Your Bank’s Business Continuity? What would your clients do if a cyberattack shut […]

How to Stay Compliant: The Ultimate Banking Regulatory Compliance Checklist

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Cybersecurity in banking isn’t just a matter of protecting data; it’s a critical component of maintaining trust and staying afloat in a sea of regulations. For banks and related institutions, navigating the tides of regulatory banking compliance is a constant challenge. The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC), for instance, not only sets expectations for […]

Ultimate Checklist for Managing Your Bank’s IT Hardware

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When it comes to the world’s most stringent security environments, banks consistently rank at the top. IT hardware management is a crucial aspect of secure banking operations. For banking professionals and IT managers, there’s an unrelenting pressure to maintain 24/7 access, top-tier performance, and ironclad security. But with so many moving parts, it can be […]

How to Use the FFIEC Cybersecurity Assessment Tool to Fortify Your Bank

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In a world teeming with digital threats, the banking sector isn’t just a target; it’s the bullseye. Every advanced cyber maneuver calls for an equally precise and proactive defense. After all, the stakes are high—your customers’ financial security and trust are on the line. That’s why the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) developed its […]

When Is the Right Time to Replace Your Bank’s Aging Computers?

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It’s a busy Monday morning at your bank. Customers are lining up, transactions are coming in, and suddenly, the computer system crashes. The culprit? Outdated technology that could no longer handle the demands of modern banking operations. Technology is evolving at a breakneck speed. As banking professionals, we’ve all felt the powerful tidal wave of […]

5 Reasons Why Your IT Provider Needs to Specialize in Banks

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Services always come down to this fundamental question: generalist or specialist? Could you get the IT help that you need for your bank with any provider out there? A bank is a highly regulated and complex organization, with unique legal, financial, and customer demands. Its IT systems are no exception. In fact, bank IT systems […]

How to Build a Strong Cybersecurity Culture in Your Bank

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Do you know how many of your employees would report it if they accidentally clicked a phishing link? Studies have found that 43% of employees don’t report incidents because they’re scared of the consequences, 36% assumed they didn’t need to report, and 32% of respondents simply forgot. How confident are you that your bank’s employees […]

How to Protect Your Bank: Key Takeaways from 2023 Cybersecurity Incidents

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The banking industry, revered for safeguarding critical financial data, has faced a barrage of cyber threats recently. These incidents, while alarming, help decision-makers like you identify emerging threats and stop them in their tracks. Let’s delve into the key takeaways from these events and explore actionable insights that banks can adopt to bolster their defenses. […]

Business Email Compromise Solutions: How to Safeguard Your Workforce

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Tens of billions of emails are sent every single day. Not all of them have that document you’ve been waiting weeks to receive. In fact, an estimated 3.4 billion emails are sent by cybercriminals every day. But how often are they being opened? Phishing attacks have an open rate between 17% and 53%, depending on […]