Mobile banking? Convenient. Secure? That’s where the conversation always comes in. These days, the threats are getting personal—right from the phone in your hand. The Growing Cybersecurity Threats to Financial Apps One alarming trend: in the Asia-Pacific region, deepfake attacks on banking systems surged a dizzying 1,530% from 2023 to 2024 ( Ref: promon.io). On...
Picture this: your bank’s vault lock snaps at 3 a.m.—you’d be scrambling, right? The digital equivalent of that is a cyber threat left unchecked overnight. That’s why 24/7 threat detection isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s table stakes for financial institutions. Let’s dive into why around-the-clock oversight matters, backed by the latest real-world data. The Rise of...
What Is VAPT in Financial Services? Think of a Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Test (VAPT) like a stress test for your security. Skip it—or do it poorly—and it’s like driving blind. Unfortunately, many treat VAPT as a quarterly checkbox. That’s dangerous. Aligning VAPT with DORA Compliance The evolving EU regulation DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act),...
Ever feel like cybersecurity is just a giant game of whack-a-mole? You plug one hole, and two more pop up. It’s exhausting, right? But what if you knew someone was always, always watching your back, even when your team is sound asleep at 2 AM? That’s precisely what a 24/7 Security Operations Center (SOC) is...
If you’re in banking, insurance, or fintech, you’re probably seeing more threats than ever. Here’s what’s lurking ahead—and how to stay ready, without losing sleep. Cybersecurity in the Financial Sector: Why Your Bank or Fintech Is Always a Target It’s true, follow the money, and you’ll find the attackers. But for the financial world, it...
The world of manufacturing is no longer just about machines and materials—it’s also about data, automation, and staying one step ahead of hackers. Here’s a down-to-earth look at what’s going on and how real manufacturers are dealing with it. Why Manufacturing? (Yes, You’re a Target) If you thought only banks or IT companies need to...
Picking a firewall service provider in India shouldn’t feel like deciphering a maze of acronyms. It’s actually about making your business safer—and saving yourself a lot of headaches down the line. Let’s put the jargon aside and make it clear, practical, and even a bit relatable. Why Your Digital “Front Door” (Firewall) Matters More Than Ever Think about your company’s network like your actual office building....
Ever feel lost trying to pick a cybersecurity partner for your business? You’re not alone. It can feel a bit like searching for a mechanic when your car starts making strange noises—important, urgent, but weirdly confusing for something so essential. Let’s break this down together, as if we’re trading stories in your office over a...
The threat landscape is wide—and ever-changing. But some attack methods come up over and over. From my field work with SMEs across Bengaluru and SMEs in India, here are the top ten threats that keep me watching the logs at 2 AM: Email Phishing Attacks Phishing remains the #1 root cause in breaches. You’ll get emails...
Choosing a cybersecurity provider is like hiring a personal bodyguard for your business—they should check feed-your instincts and industry standards. Here are the ten must-haves I always tell clients to check: Cyber Risk Management Know‑How They must understand your risk profile—not sell you everything. Risk management should be in their DNA. Relevant Security Certifications...
