Cybersecurity RESOURCES

SIM Swapping is nothing new and if you stay up to date with cybersecurity news and events, you are likely bombarded with technical analysis of the latest in ransomware, malware, dropper, trojan, or vulnerability that was exploited by bypassing controls and using “living off the land” techniques. 

While these tactics, techniques, and analyses are incredibly important and useful, we can often forget that it’s sometimes the simple, age-old ways of getting your information and property that can also harm us.

In our final entry into our series, The Impact of AI on Cybersecurity, we will explore how DefenseStorm utilizes AI in our own built-for-banking technology.

Innovations in technology and security are top of mind for banks and credit unions, and when it comes to firewall security, it is critical to strengthen the weakest link in your cybersecurity efforts. As cyber risks evolve, institutions of all asset sizes must prioritize and invest in strengthening cybersecurity efforts.

In Part 2 of our series – the Impact of AI on Cybersecrity – we will take a look at the the role of AI in financial services. The industry has been pushed to be more dynamic to meet the demands of customers, regulatory requirements, and security threats, and remain competitive while safeguarding customer data and assets.

Business email compromise (BEC) is a type of cyberattack that usually occurs through some type of social engineering campaign where the criminals assume the identity of a trusted person or organization and attempt to influence their victims into providing money through transfers or other digital payments, divulging personal information, making phony purchases, providing credentials to accounts, etc

NCUA Cyber Incident Notifications Requirement goes into effect September 1, 2023.  The final rule requires that covered institutions notify the NCUA as soon as possible, and no later than 72 hours, after the credit union reasonably believes it has experienced a reportable cyber incident or received a notification from a third party regarding a reportable cyber incident.

Part 4 of our Redefining Cyber Security series explores the power of a buyer’s guide, a vendor-neutral tool created by DefenseStorm to help FIs efficiently shop for new cyber security risk management solutions.

An effective cyber risk management strategy requires everyone within the FI to work together with a unified goal for budget allocation and solution implementation.

Military, law enforcement, and first responders train constantly to be prepared for anything that they may face during their careers, so when those particular situations arise, they are confident, efficient, and knowledgeable about how to deal with and resolve the incident. Cyber incident response is no different.

With a deeper understanding of this shift in ideology from reactive to proactive solutions, the question arises about your financial institution’s (FI’s) level of cyber security risk readiness.

In this 5 part series, Redefining Cybersecurity, we will walk your FI through the process of evaluating your current state of cybersecurity and risk management so you can employ more efficient solutions to stay threat ready and compliant.

By following a well-established response plan for Endpoint Attacks, organizations can help ensure the confidentiality and integrity of their systems and data.

As artificial intelligence (AI) technology enriches various aspects of our lives, a critical question remains regarding whether its capabilities and implications will drive cybersecurity toward success or serve as a catalyst for its downfall.

GRID Active Threat Surveillance now includes an Incident Similarity feature which leverages machine learning to enhance incident monitoring and management.

Navigating the complex world of data retention and financial regulations just got easier with DefenseStorm’s latest innovation.

DefenseStorm offers a proactive approach to risk assessment so financial institutions can stop cyberthreats before they become destructive cyberattacks, allowing them to better protect their account holder and communities.

Within our DefenseStorm Governance Program, our clients can systematically collect evidence from across the platform to document adherence to regulatory frameworks and self-assessments.

Cyber risk assessments can be painful, and if you’ve ever been involved with one, you know just how painful it can be. Learn how you can reframe how you think about risk assessments and consider some fresh new approaches.