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Prism Infosec Achieves STAR-FS Accreditation

We’re thrilled to announce that Prism Infosec is now an accredited provider of STAR-FS (Simulated Targeted Attack & Response assessments for Financial Services), the threat-led penetration testing and red teaming framework launched by the Bank of England, PRA, and FCA this year for the UK finance sector.

The STAR-FS scheme represents a significant step forward in enhancing cyber resilience for financial institutions, providing an innovative approach to identifying and mitigating cyber risks through assessments that simulate real-world threats.

STAR-FS assessments offer:

– Enhanced Resilience: By assessing firms’ capabilities to protect, detect, and respond to sophisticated cyber threats.

– Firm-Led Model: Allowing organizations to proactively identify vulnerabilities within systems, processes, and people.

– Independent Assurance: Beyond the scope of traditional penetration testing, STAR-FS offers regulatory-recognized assessments.

– Broader Accessibility: Making this assessment available to more financial institutions, enabling wider adoption and learning across the industry.

Prism Infosec is committed to helping financial institutions strengthen their cyber defences and meet regulatory expectations. Contact us to learn how STAR-FS can enhance your organisation’s resilience to cyber threats and enable a proactive approach to security.

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