If You Give a Computer a Cookie
Cookie disclaimers seem to be everywhere these days. But what exactly is a cookie, and should you reject or accept it? Tony Muka shares the cookie basics and when your credit union website might need its own disclaimer.
October is Cybersecurity Month—Are You Prepared?
To kick off Cybersecurity Month, Emily Claus shares a few simple ways credit unions can use this opportunity to tighten their cybersecurity measures and educate members.
The Anatomy of a Ransomware Incident (And What We Learned)
As ransomware attacks grow more intricate, credit unions need to be constantly prepared for the worst. Matt Sawtell breaks down a recent ransomware incident and lessons learned for both the credit union and the parties involved.
NCUA to Receive Third-Party Oversight with New Bill Introduced
In a move opposed by credit union trade groups, Senators Jon Ossoff, D-GA, Cynthia Lummis, R-WY, and Mark Warner, D-VA, introduced a new bill that would provide NCUA with oversight powers over credit union organizations and service providers, reports CUSO Magazine’s Esteban Camargo.
The Benefits of Card Controls and Push Notifications
With self-service still at the forefront of banking, offering members features such as card controls and push notifications seems like a no-brainer. But how do these features work and what benefits will they provide your members? Nicole Cooper shares her thoughts.
NCUA Issues Cybersecurity Warning Following Russia Invasion of Ukraine
The NCUA, the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, the FBI, and the National Security Agency are urging credit unions to “adopt a heightened state of awareness” of possible cyber threats posed by Russia following its invasion of Ukraine, reports David Baumann of the Washington Credit Union Daily.
Four Things Credit Union Executives Should Do About Cybersecurity Right Now
Dave Wordhouse covers four areas where credit union executives can look to improve their cybersecurity right now.
How One Bad Password Let Me Ruin My Friend’s Week
Keegan Krajniak warns against weak passwords and explains how even one easy-to-crack password leaves you vulnerable to serious damage.
Security Weaknesses You May Be Overlooking
As part of cybersecurity month, Emily Claus shares why credit unions need to carefully consider who they partner with, how they’re creating friction in the user experience, and what risks might slip through the cracks.
Learning the Basics of Computer Security
Computer security is not just for IT—everybody has a responsibility to protect your organization’s data from ill doers. Esteban Camargo shares some information on the basics of computer security and what’s at stake if you fail.
