Category Archives: Banking & Finance

How the ZeuS Trojan Info Stealer Changed Cybersecurity

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Information stealer malware is a type of malicious software designed to collect sensitive information from a victim’s computer. Also known as info stealers, data stealers or data-stealing malware, this software is true to its name: after infecting a computer or device, it’s highly adept at exfiltrating login credentials, financial information and personal data. Info stealers […]

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2022 Industry Threat Recap: Finance and Insurance

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The finance and insurance sector proved a top target for cybersecurity threats in 2022. The IBM Security X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2023 found this sector ranked as the second most attacked, with 18.9% of X-Force incident response cases. If, as Shakespeare tells us, past is prologue, this sector will likely remain a target in 2023. […]

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How to Spot a Nefarious Cryptocurrency Platform

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Do you ever wonder if your cryptocurrency platform cashes in ransomware payments? Maybe not, but it might be worth investigating. Bitcoin-associated ransomware continues to plague companies, government agencies and individuals with no signs of letting up. And if your platform gets sanctioned, you may instantly lose access to all your funds. What exchanges or platforms […]

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Kronos Malware Reemerges with Increased Functionality

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The Evolution of Kronos Malware The Kronos malware is believed to have originated from the leaked source code of the Zeus malware, which was sold on the Russian underground in 2011. Kronos continued to evolve and a new variant of Kronos emerged in 2014 and was reportedly sold on the darknet for approximately $7,000. Kronos […]

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Why Cybersecurity Risk Assessment Matters in the Banking Industry

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When customers put money in a bank, they need to trust it will stay there. Because of the high stakes involved for the customer, such as financial loss, and how long it takes to resolve fraud and potential identity theft, customers are sensitive to the security of the bank as well as fraud prevention measures. […]

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Cost of a Data Breach: Banking and Finance

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The importance of cybersecurity has touched almost every industry. Beyond that, robust cybersecurity is table stakes for several sectors, particularly health care and the banking and finance industry. Not only is financial data at risk, but so is customer trust. In banking and finance, trust means everything.  Yet, consumers are hesitant to share their confidential […]

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What Do Financial Institutions Need to Know About the SEC’s Proposed Cybersecurity Rules?

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On March 9, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced a new set of proposed rules for cybersecurity risk management, strategy and incident disclosure for public companies. One intent of the rule changes is to provide “consistent, comparable and decision-useful” information to investors. Not yet adopted, these new rules – published in the Federal […]

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New DOJ Team Focuses on Ransomware and Cryptocurrency Crime

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While no security officer would rely on this alone, it’s good to know the U.S. Department of Justice is increasing efforts to fight cyber crime. According to a recent address in Munich by Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, new efforts will focus on ransomware and cryptocurrency incidents. This makes sense since the X-Force Threat Intelligence […]

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SEC Proposes New Cybersecurity Rules for Financial Services

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Proposed new policies from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could spell changes for how financial services firms handle cybersecurity. On Feb. 9, the SEC voted to propose cybersecurity risk management policies for registered investment advisers, registered investment companies and business development companies (funds). Next, the proposal will go through a public comment period until […]

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Top Security Concerns When Accepting Crypto Payment

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From Microsoft to AT&T to Home Depot, more companies are accepting cryptocurrency as a way to pay for products and services. This makes perfect sense as crypto coins are a viable revenue source. Perhaps the time is ripe for businesses to learn how to receive, process and convert crypto payments into fiat currency. Still, many […]

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