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Topic guide

VASP Cybersecurity in Nigeria: Platform, Custody, Wallet, and Evidence Controls

VASP cybersecurity has to protect customer assets and also prove that controls are operating across custody, platform security, access, incidents, and remediation.

Topic depth

What regulated teams should understand.

VASP security control areas

Security evidence should cover the systems and processes that protect customers, assets, keys, and transaction integrity.

Wallet and custody access controls
API and application security
Secrets, key management, and privileged access
Incident response and customer asset reconciliation

How Shomar keeps proof connected

Shomar links security findings to VASP obligations, KYT workflows, custody controls, and evidence packs.

Run VAPT and application scans
Map findings to VASP control areas
Assign and retest remediation
Export board and partner-ready reports
Evidence checklist

Proof to collect and keep fresh.

1
Wallet access review
2
Privileged access proof
3
API scan results
4
Secrets review
5
KYT workflow evidence
6
Custody reconciliation
7
Incident exercise evidence
Common mistakes

Where teams lose visibility.

Documenting controls without testing platform exposure
Forgetting secrets and privileged access
Separating KYT evidence from incident workflow
No partner-ready security summary
FAQ

Questions this page should answer clearly.

How is VASP cybersecurity different from generic fintech security?
It places heavier emphasis on custody, wallets, keys, asset reconciliation, transaction monitoring, and digital-asset incident scenarios.
Can Shomar support institutional due diligence?
Yes. Shomar can organize security and compliance evidence into reports that support partner and institutional review.