Brian Petzold

Bank executive reading the Bedel Security blog on her desktop.
Graphic highlighting Microsoft Copilot licensing, monitoring, and responsible AI administration.

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Understanding Copilot Licensing and Monitoring

To stay competitive, institutions today are being encouraged to experiment with artificial intelligence, and for many organizations, the simplest place to start is Copilot.

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Bedel Security Friday5 graphic on the AI battlefield intensifying in cybersecurity.

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The AI Battlefield Intensifies

There is a cybersecurity arms race underway, and it is quickly changing how we fight cybercrime.

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Residential neighborhood used to illustrate cybersecurity threats from residential proxy networks.

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The War on Residential Proxy Networks

Financial institutions have long relied on network‑based controls to keep criminals out of Internet Banking systems and other critical...

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How to Approach Third Party Reviews

One of the most important processes in cybersecurity for financial institutions today is third-party due diligence. However, it is also one of the...

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Ransomware Trends in 2025

Back in May 2024, I wrote that there were signs ransomware might finally be on the decline. I have continued to monitor various sources regarding...

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Incident Response Theater: Are We Just Playing the Role of Preparedness?

The curtain rises. The scene: a quiet sunny day on the teller line.

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The Wild, Untamed, and Exciting World of Passkeys

In today's digital landscape, securing user authentication is more critical than ever. Recently, I explored the benefits of using Yubikeys and...

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Is it Time to Go Passwordless?

For years, having long and complex passwords has been ingrained in us as a requirement, so it may seem strange to consider eliminating passwords...

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How to Manage Vulnerabilities

Most ransomware gangs gain their foothold in an organization by taking advantage of at least one vulnerability. The vulnerability may be on a user...

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Ruminations on the New Dodd-Frank Section 1033 Rule

When the Dodd-Frank Act was passed in 2010, it included Section 1033. This section required the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) to create...

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