

Enforcement of the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) - Madelein van der Hout - BSW #381
Feb 5, 2025
Madelein van der Hout, Senior Analyst at Forrester, delves into the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), a crucial framework to bolster the resilience of financial institutions against cyber threats. She discusses the compliance landscape, revealing the hefty fines for non-compliance and the importance of unified standards across Europe. The conversation also touches on the role of C-suite executives in fostering a cybersecurity culture, emphasizing accountability and effective communication as keys to operational success. Tune in for valuable insights!
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Jail Fees Anecdote
- A 2017 digital disruption prevented a man from proving he paid his jail fees.
- This highlighted the over-reliance on unsecured digital systems and their potential impact.
Provider Accountability
- DORA holds ICT service providers accountable, allowing contract termination for non-compliance.
- This strengthens the resilience of financial entities' digital systems.
Concentration Risk
- DORA addresses concentration risk, requiring diverse IT infrastructure and mapping interdependencies.
- This reduces reliance on single providers and strengthens resilience.