Cybersecurity Month Refresher: Passwords

Cybersecurity Month Refresher: Passwords

As part of Cybersecurity Month, David Damstra discusses all things password security, including how to make the best password and how to learn if your accounts have already been compromised.

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Time to Declutter with Data and Document Hygiene

Time to Declutter with Data and Document Hygiene

An often overlooked aspect of information and data security is a strict data and document hygiene routine. Holly Roberts covers the importance of regularly digitizing files as well as creating and following a document retention schedule.

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The Cybersecurity BLT: Board Literacy Training

The Cybersecurity BLT: Board Literacy Training

Today’s menu features Jim Lawrence’s special: the Cybersecurity BLT. This new twist on a classic sandwich adds a much-needed ingredient to your traditional cybersecurity measures: the participation and cybersecurity literacy of your credit union board.

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Celebrating Cybersecurity Month This October

Celebrating Cybersecurity Month This October

Another October means another opportunity to celebrate Cybersecurity Month! Emily Claus covers the history and purpose of the event, as well as what key topics credit unions should be focusing on this year.

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Driving Trust and Efficiency: The Untapped Potential of Private Party Auto Loans for Credit Unions

Driving Trust and Efficiency: The Untapped Potential of Private Party Auto Loans for Credit Unions

In the face of high lending fraud rates, Brad Parker urges credit unions to take advantage of the opportunities that lie in private party lending through solutions that offer enhanced cybersecurity and a better member experience.

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Aligning Cybersecurity with Business Objectives for Credit Unions

Aligning Cybersecurity with Business Objectives for Credit Unions

When considering cybersecurity needs, Steve Soukup encourages credit unions to build a robust plan that takes into account all possibilities and involves every team in the organization, not just IT.

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The Hidden Horrors of a Visually Attractive Website

The Hidden Horrors of a Visually Attractive Website

When it comes to website design, aesthetics tend to be top-of-mind for credit unions. However, Tony Muka cautions against prioritizing a website’s appearance over what lies beneath: the code, functionality, and security.

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Malvertising is the Spooky Threat NCUA Wants You to Know About

Malvertising is the Spooky Threat NCUA Wants You to Know About

NCUA’s recently published letter to credit union boards highlighted “malvertising”, a cyber security threat that credit unions should be aware of. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo explains what it is and what you can do to mitigate the risk.

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NCUA Board Holds Open Meeting, Receives Briefings on Cybersecurity and New Charters

NCUA Board Holds Open Meeting, Receives Briefings on Cybersecurity and New Charters

The National Credit Union Administration held its seventh open meeting of 2024 on October 24, during which they received briefs on cybersecurity and new federal charters established. CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo reports on the meeting and what the board learned from the briefings.

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