CIC was notified by Experian about a recent change to their security requirements as it relates to their data and use of their data. Please read below and save the attached file. The attached addendum G will replace the current addendum G in your CIC Master Service Agreement.
Experian Security Requirements
The security requirements included in this document represent the minimum-security requirements acceptable to Experian and are intended to ensure that a Third Party (i.e., Supplier, Reseller, Service Provider, or any other organization engaging with Experian) has appropriate controls in place to protect information and systems, including any information that it receives, processes, transfers, transmits, stores, delivers, and / or otherwise accesses on behalf of Experian.
Definitions
“Experian Information” means Experian highly sensitive information including, by way of example and not limitation, data, databases, application software, software documentation, supporting process documents, operation process and procedures documentation, test plans, test cases, test scenarios, cyber incident reports, consumer information, financial records, employee records, and information about potential acquisitions, and such other information that is similar in nature or as mutually agreed in writing, the disclosure, alteration or destruction of which would cause serious damage to Experian’s reputation, valuation, and / or provide a competitive disadvantage to Experian.
“Resource” means all Third-Party devices, including but not limited to laptops, PCs, routers, servers, and other computer systems that store, process, transfer, transmit, deliver, or otherwise access the Experian Information.
1. Information Security Policies and Governance
Third-Party shall have Information Security policies and procedures in place that are consistent with the practices described in an industry standard, such as ISO 27002 and / or this Security Requirements document, which is aligned to Experian’s Information Security policy.
2. Vulnerable Management
Firewalls, routers, servers, PCs, and all other resources managed by Third Party (including physical, on premise or cloud hosted infrastructure) will be kept current with appropriate security specific system patches. Third Party will perform regular penetration tests to further assess the security of systems and resources. Third Party will use end-point computer malware detection / scanning services and procedures.
3. Logging and Monitoring
Logging mechanisms will be in place sufficient to identify security incidents, establish individual accountability, and reconstruct events. Audit logs will be retained in a protected state (i.e., encrypted or locked) with a process for periodic review
4. Network Security
Third Party will use security measures, including anti-virus software, to protect communications systems and networks device to reduce the risk of infiltration, hacking, access penetration by, or exposure to, an unauthorized third-party.
5. Data Security
Third Party will use security measures, including encryption, to protect Experian provided data in storage and in transit to reduce the risk of exposure to unauthorized parties.
6. Remote Access connection Authorization
All remote access connections to Third Party internal networks and / or computer systems will require authorization with access control at the point of entry using multi-factor authentication. Such access will use secure channels, such as a Virtual Private Network (VPN).
7. Incident Response
Processes and procedures will be established for responding to security violations and unusual or suspicious events and incidents. Third Party will report actual or suspected security violations or incidents that may affect Experian to Experian within twenty-four (24) hours of Third Party’s confirmation of such violation or incident.
8. Identification, Authentication and Authorization
Each user of any Resource will have a uniquely assigned user ID to enable individual authentication and accountability. Access to privileged accounts will be restricted to those people who administer the Resource and individual accountability will be maintained. All default passwords (such as those from hardware or software vendors) will be changed immediately upon receipt.
9. User Passwords and Accounts
All passwords will remain confidential and use ‘strong’ passwords that expire after a maximum of 90 calendar days. Accounts will automatically lockout after five (5) consecutive failed login attempts.
10. Training and Awareness
Third Party shall require all Third-Party personnel to participate in information security training and awareness sessions at least annually and establish proof of learning for all personnel.
11. Experian’s Right to Audit
Third Party shall be subject to remote and / or onsite assessments of its information security controls and compliance with these Security Requirements.
12. Bulk Email Communications into Experian
Third party will not “bulk email” communications to multiple Experian employees without the prior written approval of Experian. Third party shall seek authorization via their Experian Relationship Owner in advance of any such campaign.
