SWIFT CSCF
SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework
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Framework Domains (12)
Detect Anomalous Activity to Systems or Transaction Records
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 6.1 | Malware Protection |
| 6.4 | Logging and Monitoring |
Manage Identities and Segregate Privileges
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 5.1 | Logical Access Control |
| 5.2 | Token Management |
| 5.3A | Staff Screening Process |
Physically Secure the Environment
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 3.1 | Physical Security |
Plan for Incident Response and Information Sharing
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 7.1 | Cyber Incident Response Planning |
| 7.2 | Security Training and Awareness |
Prevent Compromise of Credentials
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 4.1 | Password Policy |
| 4.2 | Multi-Factor Authentication |
Reduce Attack Surface and Vulnerabilities
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 2.1 | Internal Data Flow Security |
| 2.2 | Security Updates |
| 2.3 | System Hardening |
| 2.4A | Back-Office Data Flow Security |
| 2.5A | External Transmission Data Protection |
| 2.6 | Operator Session Confidentiality and Integrity |
| 2.7 | Vulnerability Scanning |
| 2.8 | Critical Activity Outsourcing |
Restrict Internet Access and Protect Critical Systems
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 1.1 | SWIFT Environment Protection |
| 1.2 | Operating System Privileged Account Control |
| 1.3 | Virtualisation Platform Protection |
| 1.4 | Restriction of Internet Access |
SWIFT CSCF: Cybersecurity Controls
Technical cybersecurity measures (SWIFT CSCF)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SWIFT-CSCF-06 | Network security and segmentation |
| SWIFT-CSCF-07 | Endpoint protection and detection |
| SWIFT-CSCF-08 | Application security controls |
| SWIFT-CSCF-09 | Encryption and key management |
| SWIFT-CSCF-10 | Secure configuration standards |
SWIFT CSCF: Incident Management & Reporting
Incident handling for financial services (SWIFT CSCF)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SWIFT-CSCF-21 | Incident detection and classification |
| SWIFT-CSCF-22 | Incident response and containment |
| SWIFT-CSCF-23 | Regulatory reporting requirements |
| SWIFT-CSCF-24 | Customer notification procedures |
| SWIFT-CSCF-25 | Post-incident review and improvement |
SWIFT CSCF: Information Security Governance
IT governance for financial institutions (SWIFT CSCF)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SWIFT-CSCF-01 | Information security program management |
| SWIFT-CSCF-02 | Board and management oversight |
| SWIFT-CSCF-03 | Risk appetite and tolerance for IT risk |
| SWIFT-CSCF-04 | Security policy framework |
| SWIFT-CSCF-05 | Roles and responsibilities definition |
SWIFT CSCF: Operational Resilience
Business continuity and resilience (SWIFT CSCF)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SWIFT-CSCF-11 | Business continuity planning and testing |
| SWIFT-CSCF-12 | Disaster recovery procedures |
| SWIFT-CSCF-13 | Third-party dependency management |
| SWIFT-CSCF-14 | Critical service identification |
| SWIFT-CSCF-15 | Communication and escalation procedures |
SWIFT CSCF: Third-Party Risk Management
Managing vendor and supplier risks (SWIFT CSCF)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SWIFT-CSCF-16 | Due diligence and onboarding |
| SWIFT-CSCF-17 | Contractual security requirements |
| SWIFT-CSCF-18 | Ongoing monitoring and assessment |
| SWIFT-CSCF-19 | Concentration risk management |
| SWIFT-CSCF-20 | Exit strategy and transition planning |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with SWIFT CSCF, you already cover:
NIST SP 800-171A Rev 3 - Assessing CUI Security Requirements
38%
18 controls mapped
Compare →NIS2 Directive Implementing Acts
38%
18 controls mapped
Compare →South Korea ISMS-P
36%
17 controls mapped
Compare →+ 644 more: ASD Information Security Manual (ISM) (36%), TISAX - Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (36%)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is SWIFT CSCF?
SWIFT CSCF is a compliance framework from International with 12 domains and 47 controls. SWIFT Customer Security Controls Framework It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does SWIFT CSCF have?
SWIFT CSCF has 47 controls organised across 12 domains. The largest domains are Reduce Attack Surface and Vulnerabilities (8 controls), SWIFT CSCF: Cybersecurity Controls (5 controls), SWIFT CSCF: Incident Management & Reporting (5 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does SWIFT CSCF map to?
SWIFT CSCF maps to 647 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are NIST SP 800-171A Rev 3 - Assessing CUI Security Requirements (38% coverage), NIS2 Directive Implementing Acts (38% coverage), South Korea ISMS-P (36% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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