How to Contend With a 21st Century Ransom Note
Ransomware attacks are becoming more numerous, sophisticated and costly, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Top Bank Risks for 2021
A global pandemic, a struggling economy and a new administration throw wrenches into risk managers plans for the year ahead.
FBI Director: Cyber Criminals Targeting Banks’ Third Parties
When asked about threats specifically targeting banks, Federal Bureau of Investigation Director Christopher Wray urged banks to be wary of “cyber criminals targeting the vulnerabilities in third-party services” as a way in to financial institution data.
OCC: Pandemic, Low Rates Shape Risk Environment for Banks
The response to the coronavirus pandemic continues to shape the risk environment for banks, according to the OCC’s Semiannual Risk Perspective released today.
Verizon Report Highlights Financial Firms’ Attitudes Toward Mobile Security
As financial services companies increasingly use mobile technologies in their day-to-day operations, an overwhelming majority—92%—agree that organizations need to take mobile device security more seriously, according to a new survey from Verizon.