GLI releases three new modules of its Gaming Security Framework
Summary
Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) has released three new modules — Module 3: Vendor Controls, Module 4: Land-based Gaming Controls and Module 5: Online Gaming Controls — and updated Module 1: Common Controls to version 1.1 of its Gaming Security Framework (GLI-GSF). The framework provides a standardised cybersecurity approach tailored to gaming operations, developed with input from thousands of industry stakeholders to offer baseline security guidelines for regulators, operators and suppliers.
The update aims to close a gap in gaming-specific cybersecurity standards, help reduce cyber risk and rising insurance costs, and make compliance and defensive measures more consistent across physical and digital gaming environments.
Key Points
- GLI-GSF expanded with Modules 3 (Vendor Controls), 4 (Land-based Gaming Controls) and 5 (Online Gaming Controls); Module 1 updated to v1.1.
- Module 3 focuses on oversight and security expectations for third-party vendors and suppliers.
- Module 4 provides controls for land-based operations, including on-premise systems and physical security integration.
- Module 5 targets online gaming platforms and remote play security requirements.
- The framework is built from industry best practices and stakeholder feedback to create standardised baseline requirements regulators can adopt.
- GLI says the framework will save time and cost for organisations while strengthening defences against cyber threats and addressing rising cyber insurance costs.
Context and relevance
This is significant for operators, suppliers and regulators as the gaming sector faces growing cyber threats and escalating insurance premiums. A sector-specific, standardised framework helps align regulatory expectations, improve resilience across land-based and online channels, and clarify vendor obligations — all timely as digital transformation and interconnected supply chains increase attack surface.
Why should I read this?
Short version: if you work in a casino, run an online platform, supply tech to gaming firms or regulate the sector, this is proper important. GLI’s new modules set out what good security looks like for vendors, floors and online sites — so you either need to know it, follow it, or explain why you don’t. We’ve read it so you don’t have to — but don’t skip the full framework if it affects your business.