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Step by Step Guide To 12 Requirements Of Pci Compliance!

Submitted by markharries » Thu 08-Sep-2022, 04:16

Subject Area: General

Keywords: 12 Requirements Of Pci Compliance

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The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of requirements designed to ensure that all companies that process, store or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment.


 


There are 12 core requirements that businesses must meet in order to be compliant:


 



  1. Install and maintain a firewall configuration to protect


data



  1. Do not use vendor-supplied defaults for system passwords and other security parameters

  2. Protect stored data

  3. Encrypt transmission of cardholder data across open, public networks

  4. Use and regularly update anti-virus software or programs

  5. Develop and maintain secure systems and applications

  6. Restrict access to data by business need-to-know

  7. Assign a unique ID to each person with computer access

  8. Restrict physical access to cardholder data

  9. Track and monitor all access to network resources and cardholder data

  10. Regularly test security systems and processes

  11. Maintain a policy that addresses information security for employees and contractors


 


If you are processing, storing or transmitting credit card information, it is important to ensure that you are PCI compliant. Failure to do so could result in hefty fines from the credit card companies, or even loss of your ability to process credit cards.



PCI compliance is not optional – it is a mandatory 12 requirement of pci compliance for any business that accepts credit cards. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. Our team of experts can help you ensure that your business meets all 12 PCI requirements.


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