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🔒 SWIFT CSCF v2026 is here!

The latest SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework (CSCF v2026) sets a stronger security baseline to protect the global financial ecosystem 🌍💳

✨ Key highlights:
• Stronger back-office data flow security
• More systems included under mandatory controls
• 32 standardized security controls
• Annual compliance attestation starting 2026

With growing cyber threats, these updates help organizations stay secure, compliant, and resilient 💪

👉 Preparation starts now!

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The assessor you choose will shape your entire CSP journey. It can either bring confidence and clarity, or create delay, doubt, and risk.

So, how do you choose the right one?

Here are the 3 core criteria SWIFT expects and every bank should demand:

🔹Qualified – Certified, experienced, and up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity standards
🔹Independent – Free from internal bias, with no conflicts of interest
🔹Provides Reasonable Comfort – Offers credible, evidence-based assurance that your controls are working

In this post, we break down each of these criteria visually and clearly — to help you assess your assessor before they assess you.

💬Looking for a certified, independent SWIFT CSP assessor who meets all criteria?

📧 [email protected]
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Desh Cyber | Cybersecurity Solutions Integrations & Management – DeshCyber provides architecture, automation, audit services and solutions to help businesses improve their security posture and compliance. Expert assistance can mitigate threats, reduce risk, and aid in resuming business operations. With their knowledge, potential risks can be identified, plans can be developed, and strategies can be implemented to minimize their impact.

Scope is the foundation of any SWIFT CSP assessment — it defines which systems, components, and environments must be reviewed for compliance.

It matters because getting the scope wrong leads to missed controls, audit delays, SWIFT escalations, and unnecessary costs.

When defined early, the right scope helps you:
✔️ Focus efforts where they matter
✔️ Reduce assessment time
✔️ Avoid over-auditing non-relevant systems
✔️ Save both time and money

In this post, we break down what's in and out of scope according to CSCF v2025 — explained visually, clearly, and practically.

💬 Need help defining your assessment scope?
We're here to support your compliance journey.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.deshcyber.com
👉 Or simply send us a message here on LinkedIn.
🔍 Check your CSP Readiness: https://lnkd.in/gw9B3mCS

Desh Cyber | Cybersecurity Solutions Integrations & Management – DeshCyber provides architecture, automation, audit services and solutions to help businesses improve their security posture and compliance. Expert assistance can mitigate threats, reduce risk, and aid in resuming business operations. With their knowledge, potential risks can be identified, plans can be developed, and strategies can be implemented to minimize their impact.

Scope is the foundation of any SWIFT CSP assessment — it defines which systems, components, and environments must be reviewed for compliance.

It matters because getting the scope wrong leads to missed controls, audit delays, SWIFT escalations, and unnecessary costs.

When defined early, the right scope helps you:
✔️ Focus efforts where they matter
✔️ Reduce assessment time
✔️ Avoid over-auditing non-relevant systems
✔️ Save both time and money

In this post, we break down what's in and out of scope according to CSCF v2025 — explained visually, clearly, and practically.

💬 Need help defining your assessment scope?
We're here to support your compliance journey.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.deshcyber.com
👉 Or simply send us a message here on LinkedIn.
🔍 Check your CSP Readiness: https://lnkd.in/gw9B3mCS

Did You Know? SWIFT CSP Control 2.4A Is Becoming Mandatory in 2026
Control 2.4A – Back Office Data Flow Security, previously advisory, will become mandatory starting in 2026.

To secure the data flows between your secure zone and back-office systems — especially bridging servers, direct connections, and eventually legacy flows — reducing risk of compromise.

Back-office integration points are becoming key targets in cyberattacks. Securing these flows early means stronger operational resilience and smoother compliance.

Start Early on 2.4A: Conduct a gap analysis and begin hardening bridging servers and flow channels.

Contact DeshCyber to identify gaps for 2025 compliance and plan your SWIFT CSP attestation in a timely, structured manner — guided by certified, independent assessors.

Take the SWIFT CSP 2025 Readiness Assessment:

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For more info, check out Tenable's press release:

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Splunk was recently named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide SIEM for Enterprise 2024 Vendor Assessment. This IDC MarketScape offers an evaluation of worldwide vendors who offer security information and event management (SIEM) platforms.

Download the free excerpt to learn why Splunk was named a Leader in the 2024 IDC MarketScape Worldwide SIEM for Enterprise report.

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🔒 Why PCI DSS Pre-Consulting is Crucial for Your Business 🔒

In today’s evolving digital landscape, securing payment data is more important than ever. 💳💻

Discover how PCI DSS Pre-Consulting helps businesses identify vulnerabilities, streamline compliance efforts, and build robust cybersecurity defenses.

Whether you’re a small business or a large enterprise, this crucial step can save you time, money, and potential security breaches.

👉 Learn more in our latest blog and stay ahead of the curve!

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Are you looking to become a key driver of quality management in your organization? The ISO 9001 Lead Implementer Certification from PECB is designed to equip professionals with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement and manage a Quality Management System (QMS) based on the ISO 9001 standard.

By completing this certification, you will gain the expertise to lead implementation projects, improve processes, and ensure your organization meets the highest quality standards. It’s an essential step for anyone looking to elevate their career in quality management.

Learn more and start your journey here: PECB ISO 9001 Lead Implementer

Details: https://pecb.com/en/education-and-certification-for-individuals/iso-9001/iso-9001-lead-implementer

Brochure:https://pecb.com/pdf/brochures/4/iso-9001-lead-implementer_4p.pdf