This monograph and its technical annexes identify and discuss four key pillars that are necessary to foster a secure electronic environment and the safety and soundness of financial systems worldwide. Hence, it is intended for those formulating policies in the area of electronic security and...

This paper builds on a previous series of papers (see Claessens, Glaessner, and Klingebiel, 2001, 2002) that identified electronic security as a key component to the delivery of electronic finance benefits. This paper and its technical annexes (available separately at...

Intro -- TABLE OF CONTENTS -- Foreword -- Abstract -- Preface -- Executive Summary -- 1. Introduction to E-Security -- 2. Policy Framework -- 3. Legal and Regulatory Framework (Pillar 1) -- 4. External Monitoring of E-Security Practices (Pillar 2) -- 5. Certifications, Policies, Standards, and...