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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vCISO: The Ultimate Guide for 2025

As cyber threats continue to rise, organizations need advanced security measures now more than ever. A Virtual Chief Information Security Officer (vCISO) can be a cost-effective way for organizations to access high-level cybersecurity leadership...

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Properly Assessing Third and Fourth Party Cybersecurity

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How to Assess 3rd vs 4th Party Risk Management

A concerning trend has emerged in recent years: organizations are increasingly falling victim to breaches that originate not from direct attacks on...

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Preparing for FFIEC CAT Sunset Key Takeaways for Financial Institutions

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Preparing for FFIEC CAT Sunset: Key Takeaways for Financial Institutions

The Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC) has announced that it will phase out its Cybersecurity Assessment Tool (CAT) by August...

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Guide to Cyber Risk Treatment

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Guide to Cyber Risk Treatment

The reality is stark: your organization is up against a relentless wave of cybersecurity threats, far more than you can feasibly manage. While new...

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Key Components of an AI Security Policy - Rivial

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Key Components of an AI Security Policy

Why should you care about AI? Well because AI is either already influencing your day-to-day operations or will be very soon. Whether you are a...

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12 Best Cybersecurity Companies in 2024

For security leaders tasked with protecting businesses' most sensitive data, selecting the right cybersecurity company is imperative. These...

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How to Build and Test an Incident Response Plan

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How to Build and Test an Incident Response Plan (IRP)

Whether you're a small startup or a major financial institution, having a well-crafted incident response (IR) plan is crucial for effectively...

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Exceeding NCUA and FDIC Examiner Expectations

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Exceeding NCUA & FDIC Examiner Expectations

In this blog, we’ll explore strategies to help banks and credit unions meet and exceed examiner expectations. Given the rigorous standards of the...

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10 Best Vulnerability Management Software in 2024

Safeguarding sensitive data against cyber threats is paramount. IT and cybersecurity professionals, especially those working in critical sectors like...

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Preparing for NCUA and FDIC AI Requirements

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Preparing for NCUA and FDIC AI Requirements

We've noticed a rising trend among our clients, examiners are bringing up the topic of AI, inquiring whether AI is incorporated into their systems,...

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