CSP-Assessor Exam Dumps : Customer Security Programme Assessor Certification(CSPAC)

This question examines the applicability of internet access restrictions under theSwift Customer Security Controls Framework (CSCF) v2024.

Step 1: Understand Internet Access Restrictions

Control 2.6: Internet Accessibility Restrictionof theCSCF v2024requires restricting internet access for Swift-related components to minimize exposure, applicable to both secure zones and other in-scope systems.

Step 2: Analyze the Statement

The question asks if the restriction is only relevant when Swift-related components are in a secure zone, implying a scope limitation.

Step 3: Evaluate Each Option

A. Yes, because if there is no secure zone then the internet connectivity does not need to be restrictedIncorrect.Control 2.6applies to all in-scope components, not just those in secure zones. For example, operator PCs accessing hosted applications (e.g., via A3 architecture) must have restricted internet access, per theSwift Security Best Practices.Conclusion: Incorrect.

B. No, because there can be in-scope general operator PCs used to access a Swift-related application hosted at a service providerCorrect. General operator PCs (e.g., Component B in the diagram) are in scope when accessing Swift applications (e.g., hosted by a service provider in A3 architecture).Control 2.6requires internet restriction for these systems, even outside a secure zone, as confirmed in theCSCF v2024andSwift Outsourcing Guidelines.Conclusion: Correct.

Step 4: Conclusion and Verification

The correct answer isB, asControl 2.6mandates internet access restrictions for all in-scope components, including operator PCs accessing hosted Swift applications, not just those in secure zones.

References

Swift Customer Security Controls Framework (CSCF) v2024, Control 2.6: Internet Accessibility Restriction.

Swift Security Best Practices, Section: Internet Access Controls.

Swift Outsourcing Guidelines, Section: Operator PC Security.

The "Outsourcing Agents - Security Requirements Baseline v2025" and "Independent Assessment Framework" address reliance on outsourcing agents’ assessments. Let’s evaluate each option:

•Option A: Yes, after confirmation and validation of the scope

This is correct. The SWIFT user can rely on the outsourcing agent’s independent assessment report if it covers the relevant CSP components and uses the latest CSCF version. However, the user’s assessor must confirm and validate the scope and findings to ensure alignment with the user’s attestation, as per the "Independent Assessment Process for Assessors Guidelines."

•Option B: Yes, only if the outsourcing agent is a global trusted provider and published the report on their compliance portal

This is incorrect. The CSP does not require the outsourcing agent to be a "global trusted provider" or publish the report publicly; validation by the user’s assessor is sufficient.

•Option C: No, an audit report (and not an assessment) is required from the outsourcing agent as an external provider

This is incorrect. An independent assessment report is acceptable, not necessarily an audit report, as long as it meets CSCF standards, per the "Outsourcing Agents - Security Requirements Baseline v2025."

•Option D: No, except if the cloud provider components are partially covered by the SWIFT Alliance Connect Virtual programme

This is incorrect. The Alliance Connect Virtual programme’s coverage is irrelevant; the key is the report’s validity and scope validation.

Summary of Correct Answer:

The report is sufficient after confirmation and validation of the scope (A).

References to SWIFT Customer Security Programme Documents:

•Outsourcing Agents - Security Requirements Baseline v2025: Allows reliance on agent assessments.

•Independent Assessment Process for Assessors Guidelines: Requires scope validation.

•Swift_CSP_Assessment_Report_Template: Supports integrated reporting.

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The "Swift Customer Security Controls Framework v2025" and "Independent Assessment Framework" define the scope of controls to be assessed based on the user’s architecture type (A1-A4). Let’s evaluate each option:

•Option A: Yes

This is incorrect. Not all controls (mandatory and advisory) must be assessed; only those applicable to the user’s architecture and attested to are required, per the "CSP Architecture Type - Decision tree."

•Option B: No, only the mandatory controls

This is incorrect. While mandatory controls must be assessed, users may also attest to advisory controls voluntarily, and these must be included in the assessment if attested, as per the "Assessment template for Mandatory controls" and "Assessment template for Advisory controls."

•Option C: No, only the attested controls (with as a minimum the mandatory ones according to the architecture type)

This is correct. The CSP requires assessment of all mandatory controls applicable to the user’s architecture type, plus any advisory controls the user chooses to attest to. The "Independent Assessment Process for Assessors Guidelines" and "Swift_CSP_Assessment_Report_Template" confirm that the assessment focuses on attested controls, ensuring minimum mandatory coverage.

•Option D: No, the controls selection is agreed upfront between the SWIFT User and the assessor

This is incorrect. Control selection is not negotiable; it is determined by the architecture type and user attestation, not an ad-hoc agreement, as per the "CSP Architecture Type - Decision tree."

Summary of Correct Answer:

Only the attested controls, with a minimum of mandatory ones per architecture type, must be assessed (C).

References to SWIFT Customer Security Programme Documents:

•Swift Customer Security Controls Framework v2025: Defines mandatory and advisory controls.

•Independent Assessment Framework: Focuses on attested controls.

•CSP Architecture Type - Decision tree: Guides control applicability.