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Banks process millions of transactions daily, manage vast amounts of data, and provide services around the clock. In an environment where every second counts, IT systems must be reliable and secure. This immense responsibility falls on the shoulders of the IT department. However, when the IT responsibility is concentrated in the hands of a single […]
Tag Archives: security
07
Aug
Aug
With new threats come new policies, and a network policy is becoming increasingly important as cyber incidents continue to rise. However, simply having a policy is not enough—it must also meet the standards set by examiners. Examiners are responsible for ensuring that banks comply with regulations and maintain safe and sound practices. They conduct regular […]
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Jul
Jul
Banking cybersecurity has metamorphosed from a buzzword into an urgent, non-negotiable aspect of the finance sector. With the recent RockYou2024 attack, which has exposed 10 billion passwords, every business is at risk. To counteract this recent security disaster, banks must institute robust measures—and at the top of the list is Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA). You’ve Heard […]
05
Jun
Jun
Banks and financial institutions rely heavily on third-party vendors for a myriad of services, from IT solutions to customer service platforms. However, the reliance on external vendors also introduces various risks that must be meticulously managed. This guide aims to provide an understanding of vendor management, focusing particularly on due diligence and what you must […]
05
Jun
Jun
Thinking about using Microsoft 365 to keep your data locked away from cybercriminals? With over one million Office 365 users in the US alone, it seems like a great option for any organization looking to secure their data. However, for banks and financial institutions in particular, there are some important considerations to keep in mind […]
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Oct
Oct
How many third-party vendors have you used since starting work today? Since the rise of technology, third-party vendors have become an integral part of every bank. They provide various services such as IT solutions, payroll processing, and more. However, with their increasing use comes a greater risk for organizations—your organization. A collection of bank risk […]
2FA, Security, security awareness training, Working Remotely
Now is The Time to Implement Multi-Factor Authentication
02
Oct
Oct
Cyber attacks are not slowing down. And with more and more people accessing company networks remotely, the problem is only getting worse. All it takes is one compromised credential or legacy application to cause a data breach. Now is the time to step up your security. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) is a security system that verifies […]
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Sep
Sep
A recent study by a Security Awareness Training platform showed that the average rate at which employees of small banks clicked on phishing emails was 25% (the rate for bigger banks is even worse!). Ransomware (malware that encrypts your data and only provides a decryption key if you pay a ransom) continues to be a […]
(Tech) Business Continuity, Business Continuity, Cybersecurity
5 Ways Your Community Bank Can Be Threat Ready
25
Aug
Aug
What does it mean to be “threat ready” in an industry as sensitive as banking? The term is tossed around a lot. But what does that look like for your institution? In simple terms, being threat ready means having the right technology, trained staff, and proactive strategies in place to protect your bank’s assets from […]
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May
May
Just as you have to complete due diligence before you buy a home, due diligence for banking vendors can make or break a partnership. Not completing enhanced due diligence (EDD) is like buying a house sight unseen and without doing an inspection! You never know what you might find. It only takes one cyberattack to […]
