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New ACH Security Framework Rule

On September 20, 2013, a new ACH Security Framework Rule took effect.

This amendment to the ACH Operating Rules establishes the minimum data obligations for ACH Originators to maintain for protecting ACH data. The key elements of this rule are: 1) Protect Sensitive Data & Access Controls; 2) Verification of Third-Party Senders and Originators; 3) Self-Assessment. A free copy of the updated rules are provided to you annually by The Hamilton Bank. If you have not received your copy, please contact us today. You may also view or purchase a copy of the updated NACHA Operating Rules at nacha.org .

Requirements of this change:

  • Non-consumer Originators, Participating Depository Financial Institutions (DFI),  and Third-Party Service Providers/Senders must establish, implement, and update (as appropriate) data security policies, procedures, and systems with respect to the initiation, processing, and storage of Entries and resulting Protected Information
  • Originating Depository Financial Institutions (ODFI) must utilize a commercially reasonable method to verify the identity of an Originator or Third-Party Sender when entering into an Origination Agreement
  • Self-Assessment does not directly apply to ACH Originators who are bound through ACH Agreements. Participating DFIs and Third-Party Service Providers/Senders must verify through a self-assessment and audit that it has established, implemented, and updated the data security policies, procedures, and systems as required.

Learn About Data Security

Compliance to the new ACH Security Framework Rule can be daunting…but it doesn’t have to be! The Better Business Bureau offers training specifically for small businesses on how to simplify the requirements of ACH data security. Visit bbb.org/data-security to get started!

You’ll learn how to:

  • Properly handle & dispose of sensitive data securely
  • Become PCI Compliant
  • Respond when customer data is stolen
  • Respond when a third party requests customer information
  • and more!