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What is RBI Cyber Security Framework?

The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) “Cyber Security Framework in Banks” circular provides comprehensive guidelines for Indian banks to enhance and implement advanced cyber defense capabilities. This framework aims to ensure the adoption of increasingly robust security measures tailored to the digital products offered by banks, considering their nature, scale, and diversity.

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Establishing Cyber Security Baseline and Resilience

Operating Cyber Security Operations Centre (C-SOC)

Cyber Security Incident Reporting (CSIR)

These components are designed to strengthen the resilience of banking systems against cyber threats, ensuring a secure and reliable banking environment in India.

Cyber Security Policy

Develop and implement a comprehensive cyber security policy to form the foundation of the cyber security framework.

Cyber Security Strategy

Formulate a cyber security strategy that aligns with the Bank’s security policies, business objectives, and goals.

Cyber Security Organization

Create a cyber security department, outlining the roles and responsibilities for executing, managing, and enhancing cyber defense measures.

Cyber Risk / Gap Assessment

Perform a Gap Assessment based on the requirements of the Cyber Security Framework. Assess the cyber security risks faced by the organization.

Security Testing

Execute security testing activities such as penetration testing on systems, applications, and networks to identify vulnerabilities and develop mitigation strategies.

Network and Database Security

Review and enhance the configurations of network and database security. Strengthen systems to reduce potential attack vectors.

Physical & Environmental Security

Implement physical and environmental controls to ensure sufficient security for information assets.

Third Party Risk Management

Identify critical third parties, such as vendors, and evaluate the risks associated with these relationships.

Cyber Security Awareness

Promote cyber security awareness among employees, contractors, and customers to minimize human errors.

Cyber Crisis Management Plan

Develop a crisis management plan in accordance with guidelines from CERT-IN, RBI CSF, and the national cyber crisis management plan.

Cyber Security Operation Centre

Set up a Security Operations Center (SOC) for proactive monitoring, utilizing advanced tools for detection and rapid response.

Incident Response & Management

Outline the incident response and management procedures and establish a reporting mechanism to inform RBI of cyber security incidents.

Establishing Cyber Security Baseline

Annex1- Baseline Cyber Security and Resilience Requirements
Inventory Management of Business IT AssetsSecure ConfigurationPatch/Vulnerability & change ManagementAuthentication Framework for CustomersRisk based transtion monitoring
Preventingexecution of unauthorized softwareSecure mail & messaging systemsApplication Security Life Cycle (ASLC)User Access Control/ ManagementIncident Response & Management
Removable MediaNetwork Management & SecurityVulnerability assessment & Penetration TestAudit Log settings Anti-Phishing
Data Leak prevention strategyAdvanced Real-time Threat Defense and ManagementRed Team ExercisesMaintenance, Monitoring, & Analysis of Audit LogsCustomer Education & Awareness
User/ Employee/ Management AwarenessEnvironmental ControlsForensicsMetricsVendor Risk Management

Establish Cyber Security Operations Centre (C-SOC)

Functional Requirements of C-SOC

Outline the necessary functional criteria for the security operations centre.

Integration Requirements

Integrate the CSOC with security solutions to effectively monitor and generate alerts.

Process Requirements

Define the CSOC's operational processes, playbooks, and manuals. Develop incident response processes and playbooks compliant with RBI CSF CSOC requirements.

Governance Requirements

Establish the governance structure and management framework for the CSOC.

People Requirements

Ensure that the CSOC team possesses the requisite skillsets for efficient operations.

Technology Requirements

Deploy advanced CSOC technologies, including SIEM integrated with threat intelligence feeds/services.

Cyber Security Incident Reporting (CSIR)

Template for Reporting Cyber Incidents

A template for reporting cyber incidents offers a concise overview of the event that transpired. It can vary in length, depending on the complexity of the incident.

Cyber Security Incident Reporting (CSIR) Form

Templates, guides, and resources for incident response empower organizations to develop a strong incident management and response framework.

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