Delivering a Domain Defense Strategy for Banks

Cybercrime is a pervasive threat to banks, leading to financial losses, eroded trust, and reputational damage. Traditional domain security measures are insufficient to protect against today’s sophisticated cybercriminals, necessitating a more robust, industry-specific solution.

.Bank is that solution. It is the only top-level domain exclusive to the global banking community. On this page, you’ll see how our multi-layered domain defense strategy protects your institution.

Security that Extends Deep Beneath the Surface.

Every bank has a set of physical security systems to defend against visible and tangible threats, but cybersecurity threats are much harder to identify and protect against.

We offer domains that are exclusive to the industry, helping banks, banking trade associations, and government regulators secure their websites and email services.

Maintaining a secure digital presence is a must for modern banks.

Traditional domain security leaves you vulnerable to a wide array of attacks.

Each layer of our security ecosystem reinforces subsequent layers.

Understanding the Core Layers of .Bank Domain Defense

We mandate rigorous security requirements and require all stakeholders in the domain registration process—including our customers—to meet them. We also proactively monitor and report on the security compliance status of all .Bank domains. Finally, we and our registrars commit to the best practices laid out our Operations Pledge.

Top-Level Domain (TLD) Verification and Control

.Bank is the only TLD exclusively for banks and is designed to shield against cyberattacks and fraud. This provides a safeguard against bad actors and fraudulent websites: not just anyone can have a .Bank domain.

Enhanced DNS Security

The standard Domain Name System (DNS) is susceptible to spoofing attacks, which lead unsuspecting users to malicious websites. DNS Security Extensions (DNSSEC), like what .Bank uses adds an authentication layer to prevent criminals from diverting your web traffic.

Digital Identity and Data Security

.Bank requires multi-factor authentication for any account that tries to modify your domain data and your WHOIS/RDDS record. This prevents unauthorized changes to your domain data and maintains the accuracy and integrity of your domain registration data.

Robust Encryption (TLS & TLS Certificates)

.Bank advocates for the use of Transport Layer Security (TLS) 1.3—the latest, fastest, and most secure version of the encryption protocol for web connections. Along with the HTTP Strict Transport Securit (HSTS) Preload feature, .Bank domains ensure that all communications are automatically encrypted and authenticated.

Email Security

To combat email-based threats such as phishing, spoofing, and spamming, .Bank requires authentication protocols that verify the legitimacy of the email sources, such as the Sender Policy Framework (SPF) and Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting, and Conformance (DMARC).

Adaptive Compliance & Security Monitoring

Adaptive Compliance and Security Monitoring

.Bank maintains a proactive defense posture, monitoring all domains within our ecosystem to ensure they comply with our Security Requirements. We also collect and analyze data to flag emerging threats and notify you. Our sophisticated monitoring regimen is powered by Zabbix.

Security Education and Awareness Brings It All Together

Humans are the weakest link in any security system. We take a consultative approach to education, helping our clients and their employees create a holistic culture of cybersecurity awareness.

We produce regular educational resources, including:

Articles
Technical guides
Webinars
Workshops
Industry speaking engagements

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.Bank Unifies the Security Layers for Your Protection

A .Bank domain is meticulously crafted to offer a multi-layered security defense, each layer reinforcing the next, creating a solid barrier against today’s complex cybersecurity threats.

When you claim your .Bank domain you get:

The backing of the ONLY domain authority for the banking industry.
A top-level domain (TLD) that is shielded by industry-leading security measures.
A layered, comprehensive defense against cyber threats.

Finally, a Domain You Can Bank On.

A .Bank domain provides a visible reminder of how hard your institution is working to protect your customers’ data and prevent cybercrime. It’s a one-time decision that enhances your reputation for the long haul.