by Beth Sumner | Sep 12, 2024 | AI, Community Banking, Financial Institutions, IT, IT Security
Several months ago, I wrote a blog on Shadow IT, emphasizing the risks of unapproved software and systems used by employees without the knowledge of the IT department. Shadow IT can lead to significant security vulnerabilities, as it is impossible to protect...
by Zach Duke | Aug 15, 2024 | User Access, Community Banking, Data, Data Access, Data Access Governance, Data Protection, Financial Institutions, Information Security, User Access Reporting
Preparing for your next examination can feel overwhelming as the regulatory expectations continue to expand. As you gear up for your next regulatory examination (or audit), it is crucial to align with the expectations outlined in the Federal Financial Institutions...
by Beth Sumner | Aug 1, 2024 | Community Banking, Employee, Employee Records, Financial Institutions, Information Security, IT, Risk, Security, Terminated Employees, User Access
When I first entered the banking world, user access reviews were much more straightforward. Spreadsheets were used to capture the basics of who had network and core application access. There was a page in each employee’s file listing the keys and codes they had, and...
by Beth Sumner | Jul 2, 2024 | Community Banking, Financial Institutions, Information Security, IT, Risk, Shadow IT, User Access
In the world of community banking, the landscape of information security and cyber risk management has dramatically evolved. Gone are the days when all servers were in-house, and every application installation involved the IT department. Today, it’s easier than ever...
by Zach Duke | Jun 6, 2024 | AI, AI Governance, AI Policy, FDIC, Financial Institutions, Generative AI, Governance, Information Security, Information Security Governance, IT, Machine Learning, Regulatory, Technology
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in the financial services sector presents both transformative opportunities and significant challenges. As financial institutions increasingly evaluate AI technologies, it is crucial to ensure these innovations comply...
by Beth Sumner | May 23, 2024 | AI, AI Risk Assessment, AI strategy, Back-Office Automation, Banks, ChatGPT, Cybersecurity, Financial Institutions, Fraud Detection System, Generative AI, Innovation, Phishing, Security
Recently, I had the privilege of speaking to a group of bankers at the ICBA Live conference. When I asked who was using AI, only a few hands went up. Then I asked how many had policies forbidding AI usage, and several more hands were raised. This brought us to an...
