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TIBER-EU Framework for Threat Intelligence-Based Ethical Red Teaming

ECB framework for threat intelligence-based ethical red teaming of financial entities across the EU. Defines a structured approach covering generic threat landscape, targeted threat intelligence, red team testing on live production systems, and 360-degree closure. Adopted by 15+ EU member states with cross-border mutual recognition. Complementary to DORA Article 26 TLPT requirements.

Clause Title SP 800-53 Controls
TIBER.BT Blue Team Response — Real-time detection assessment, incident response evaluation, and escalation procedures
TIBER.CLOSE Closure Phase — 360-degree feedback, red team report, threat intelligence report, and remediation plan
TIBER.CONF Confidentiality and Risk Management — Test risk mitigation, operational safeguards, and data protection
TIBER.GTL Generic Threat Landscape — Sector-wide threat landscape report and macro-level threat assessment
TIBER.PREP Preparation Phase — Scope definition, entity engagement, regulatory coordination, and white team formation
TIBER.PROV Provider Requirements — Threat intelligence provider and red team provider qualification standards
TIBER.REM Remediation and Follow-Up — Remediation tracking, control improvement validation, and attestation
TIBER.RT Red Team Testing — Controlled adversary simulation, multi-phase attack execution, and live production testing
TIBER.TTI Targeted Threat Intelligence — Entity-specific threat intelligence, attack scenario development, and flag planting
TIBER.XB Cross-Border Coordination — Mutual recognition, multi-authority testing, and joint assessments