Community banks are facing growing challenges as cyber and financial risks continue to rise. Top cyber threats facing community banks in 2025 include ransomware, phishing, and financial fraud. These attacks have become more targeted and sophisticated, taking advantage of vulnerabilities in legacy systems and limited in-house security resources. As the banking industry’s digital transition continues, community banks are increasingly exposed to the same risk landscape as larger institutions, but often without the same level of security..

In  this short video, STIGroup, in partnership with BLWRK, explores the most prevalent cybersecurity and financial crime challenges that community banks will face in 2025. From business email compromise (BEC) to insider threats and AI-driven fraud, we determine growing dangers and offer effective mitigation strategies.

Our combined expertise in cybersecurity, risk management, and regulatory compliance enables us to provide bespoke, end-to-end protection that matches the unique requirements of small banks. We recognize the particular operational, regulatory, and budgetary issues that smaller institutions face, and therefore we offer scalable solutions ranging from real-time threat detection and incident response to advanced fraud prevention technology

Beyond technical security, we assist banks in implementing proactive strategies such as security awareness training, third-party risk management, and regulatory compliance. As the threat environment changes, resilience depends not only on tools, but also on strategy, culture, and expert advice.

Watch the video to learn how STIGroup and BLWRK work with community banks to establish real-world resilience by fighting against cyberattacks, reducing financial risk and ensuring continuity in an increasingly complex digital world.