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Randy Lindberg
Randy Lindberg is the founder and CEO of Rivial Data Security. He has more than twenty years of experience in information security and started Rivial to fix the issues he saw as an Information Systems Security Officer in the U.S. Air Force and Information Security Manager at a $4 billion dollar financial institution.
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FDIC and NCUA Vendor Management Requirements
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The NCUA and FDIC requirements for managing third-party relationships (a.k.a. vendors) are pretty straightforward. However, the problem with meeting...
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8 Ways to Prevent Malware Attacks in 2024
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It is said that "The best defense is a good offense." This idea has been applied to everything from sporting events to military combat. It’s also a...
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NIST Vendor Security Framework 101: A Comprehensive Guide
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Security leaders must take every measure to protect their sensitive data. While their internal security practices are crucial, they also need to...
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Maximizing ROI: How to Prioritize Your Cybersecurity Program
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Cybersecurity is a top priority for financial institutions. However, as threats continue to evolve, the challenge lies not just in investing in...
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Quantitative vs Qualitative Risk Assessments
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Risk management is more crucial than ever. Financial Institutions must effectively evaluate potential risks to safeguard their assets, reputation,...
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Complete Guide to Cyber Risk Quantification
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As the digital realm expands, so do the risks that accompany it, making cyber threats a critical concern for institutions seeking to protect their...
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How to Spot a Phishing Email in 2023
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With phishing email attacks more prevalent than ever before, it’s imperative that you brush up on your detection skills. In February 2021, the FTC...
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Complete Guide to IT Risk Assessments
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In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, financial institutions face a multitude of cybersecurity challenges. Protecting sensitive data and...
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How Encryption Helps to Keep Your Data Secure
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Often referred to as disk encryption, this keeps data safe by encoding all storage drives on a computer into ciphertext. You can encrypt hard drives...