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What Iranian Cyber Activity Means for Businesses | RM Cyber

Moses Bazzi — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 05:00:00 GMT

A wise wizard’s job is to warn people before things go wrong. Staying alert before the danger arrives often makes all the difference. That’s especially true right now with Iranian cyber activity starting to heat up.

IT/OT Convergence Failures at U.S. Utilities | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Mon, 23 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Nation-state actors are exploiting the organizational gap between IT and OT security teams. For CISOs at energy, water, gas, and communications utilities, closing this gap has shifted from theoretical concern to urgent operational imperative.

Unanticipated OT and IoT Vulnerabilities | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

August 24, 2024. Saturday morning at a major international airport in the Pacific Northwest. Thousands of travelers expected smooth check-ins and timely departures.

Freddie Mac’s Cybersecurity Requirements 2026 | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Tue, 13 Jan 2026 05:15:00 GMT

As of January 1, 2026, Freddie Mac’s enhanced information security requirements are now in effect, representing a significant evolution in Freddie Mac cybersecurity requirements for mortgage lenders and servicers. Released in October 2025 through Bulletin 2025-13 ,these updates establish the most complete security standards Freddie Mac has mandated to date.

Know Your Customer (KYC): Essential for Lenders | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Wed, 07 Jan 2026 05:00:00 GMT

Mortgage lenders are acquainted with the AML Act and Know Your Customer (KYC) regulations, but their compliance efforts may not always prioritize efficiency as a key element of a comprehensive cybersecurity plan. Tools and automation are making it easier to embed KYC into existing workflows to support both compliance and a strong cyber program. Read on for tips from RM Cyber’s mortgage cybersecurity experts on how to more seamlessly fit KYC into your operations and effective cybersecurity strategy.

Building Resilience Through Deliberate Adoption | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Tue, 09 Dec 2025 21:08:00 GMT

You’ve charted your course. Your organization has committed to AI adoption, understanding both its transformative potential and considerable challenges. But here’s what every experienced navigator knows: departure is the easy part. The real test begins when land disappears behind you and your vessel is surrounded by the dark, turbulent waters of landless uncertainty.

This is where many organizations falter. They invest in strategy development, secure buy-in, and enthusiastically smash the champagne bottle on the bow of their AI ship, only to discover that AI adoption isn’t a destination. It’s continuous navigation through waters that change daily. New vulnerabilities emerge. Regulations evolve. The AI landscape shifts faster than any technology environment you’ve managed before.

Navigating AI Risk: Chart Your 2026 Course (Before You Set Sail) | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Sun, 09 Nov 2025 05:00:00 GMT

Six hundred years ago, merchant mariners gazed at the perilous water of the open ocean and faced a choice. The Age of Exploration promised unprecedented wealth for those brave enough to venture beyond familiar coastlines into uncharted waters. But the unfathomable oceans were treacherous. Ships vanished. Fortunes were lost. Crews perished in storms or ran aground on hidden reefs.

When Human Trust Becomes the Weapon | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Thu, 30 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

The fourth and final episode in RM Cyber Nightmares from the Digital Darkness Series

Thrive Securely: Cybersecurity Tips for Fund Managers | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Tue, 28 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

For alternative investment fund managers, digital trust isn’t just a best practice, it’s a business imperative. With investors, regulators, and counterparties demanding greater transparency around data safeguards, securing sensitive information through a robust cybersecurity program is essential.

Liquid Nightmares: The American Water Cyber Catastrophe | RM Cyber

Michael Nouguier — Wed, 22 Oct 2025 04:00:00 GMT

Episode #3 in RM Cyber Nightmares from the Digital Darkness Series