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Cybersecurity – Finance FAQ
1. Why is cybersecurity vital for financial institutions?
Financial organizations handle sensitive client data, transactions, and funds — making them top targets for cyberattacks. Robust cybersecurity is critical for protection and regulatory compliance.
2. What security services does CMIT provide for finance?
CMIT offers threat detection, firewall management, endpoint protection, intrusion prevention, ransomware defense, and 24/7 security monitoring.
3. How is access to financial data controlled?
Through multi-factor authentication (MFA), role-based access, privilege control, and continuous audit logging to ensure only authorized personnel access sensitive data.
4. Is network segmentation used in finance cybersecurity?
Yes — separating critical systems such as transactions, client databases, and public interfaces limits attack surfaces and prevents lateral movement during breaches.
5. How do you protect against ransomware and data breaches?
By using layered defenses — real-time monitoring, anomaly detection, secure backups, and rapid containment protocols.
6. Are security audits and penetration tests included?
Yes — regular vulnerability scans, penetration testing, and audit reviews help identify and fix weaknesses before they can be exploited.
7. Is staff training on phishing and social engineering provided?
Yes — ongoing employee training and simulated phishing tests help minimize human error, one of the biggest security risks.
8. What happens in the event of a security incident?
CMIT provides rapid incident response — detection, containment, forensic analysis, recovery, and post-incident reporting to meet compliance obligations.
9. Do you monitor systems 24/7?
Yes — continuous monitoring detects potential threats in real time and enables immediate response to protect financial operations.
10. How does cybersecurity integrate with compliance in finance?
CMIT’s cybersecurity framework aligns with PCI DSS, SOX, GLBA, and GDPR standards, ensuring both protection and regulatory adherence.
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