The central bank of Italy has presented recommendations to guarantee the continuity of services in the financial sector. The need for rapid intervention to prevent and contain cyber threats is high, especially given the interconnectedness that characterises the financial sector. The spread of digital technologies has widened the range of systems exposed to cyber threats. Enhancing resilience to such threats is a key issue for ensuring continuity and governance of financial services.
The paper discusses the actions taken at national and international level to increase the level of cyber security in the financial sector. The Bank of Italy stresses that the continuous evolution of the ICT industry requires the development of new security models and appropriate actions not only at national but also at inter-institutional and international levels.