Rivial’s Cybersecurity blog
The Savvy CISO
Cybersecurity management insights, tips, and trends for security leaders, CISOs, vCISOs, and MSSPs who want to work smarter, not harder.

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CIS Controls for Financial Institutions

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Data Breach Cost: A Guide for Financial Institutions in 2025

Here are key takeaways from the blog: Credential and Ransomware Attacks Dominate: Financial institutions face increasing threats from stolen...

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Top Cloud Security Frameworks for Financial Institutions

Here are key takeaways from the blog: Understanding Shared Responsibility is Foundational: Moving to the cloud changes the security paradigm....

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Incident Response: Third-Party Breach

Here are the key takeaways from this blog: Vendor trust isn't security—verify everything. Embed cybersecurity requirements into contracts, conduct...

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AI Risk Management: Frameworks, Pillars & Best Practices

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Incident Response Plan: Data Breach

Here are the key takeaways from this blog: Know the Regulatory Definitions and Deadlines — NCUA and FDIC have strict criteria and timelines (72 and...

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How to Create a Cybersecurity Program

Here are the key takeaways from this blog: Start with a self-assessment: Understand what data you're storing, audit systems and devices, and evaluate...

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NCUA Examiner Insights: 2025 Top Priorities

Here are the key takeaways from this blog: NCUA's top findings in 2024: Credit unions struggled with BCDR readiness, outdated or inconsistent risk...

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NIST Vendor Security Framework 101: A Comprehensive Guide

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