VISTA InfoSec

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

PCI DSS is a set of requirements that is applied to every small and large organization that accepts, stores, processes, or transmits cardholder data. In particular, PCI DSS for SaaS companies is essential, as these platforms frequently handle sensitive customer information and must adhere to the latest security standards.

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VISTA InfoSec

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

PCI DSS is a set of requirements that is applied to every small and large organization that accepts, stores, processes, or transmits cardholder data. In particular, PCI DSS for SaaS companies is essential, as these platforms frequently handle sensitive customer information and must adhere to the latest security standards.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 28, 2024

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance 4.0 In this blog, we will understand PCI DSS compliance 4.0 What is PCI DSS Compliance for banks? What is PCI DSS Compliance for banks? The PCI DSS outlines 12 requirements mentioned below.

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VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 5, 2024

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is no exception. With the recent release of PCI DSS v4.0, Changes in Requirement 9 of PCI DSS v3.2.1 to PCI DSS v4.0: Requirement V.3.2.1(9.1) PCI DSS v4.0 PCI DSS v4.0 PCI DSS v4.0

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 5, 2023

In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significance of PCI DSS compliance in healthcare and explore how it helps protect patient data and privacy. You may be wondering, what is the role of PCI DSS in healthcare if an organization is already HIPAA compliant? What is PCI DSS in the Healthcare Industry?

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 31, 2023

The PCI DSS Checklist is a crucial first step in securing your business. It’s a tool that helps businesses ensure they’re meeting all the requirements of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). To get started on your journey towards PCI DSS compliance, we recommend visiting the PCI DSS v4.0

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Cardfellow

APRIL 27, 2025

You can also check out the PCI at a glance infographic for a quick overview. For simplicity, I will just refer to PCI DSS standards as PCI for the rest of this article. What is PCI again? In the past, Ive written about how to achieve and maintain PCI compliance. Timeline PCI version 4.0

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VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 6, 2024

Requirement 10 of the PCI DSS covers logging and monitoring controls that allow organizations to detect unauthorized access attempts and track user activities. In the newly released PCI DSS 4.0, to PCI DSS 4.0. Whether you’re currently compliant under PCI DSS v3.2.1 In PCI DSS v4.0,

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VISTA InfoSec

JANUARY 29, 2024

Welcome back to our ongoing series on the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). We’ve been journeying through the various requirements of this critical security standard, and today, we’re moving forward to explore Requirement 5 of PCI DSS v4.0. compared to PCI DSS v3.2.1. PCI DSS v3.2.1

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PCI Security Standards

FEBRUARY 28, 2025

The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) is pleased to announce the release of a Frequently Asked Question (FAQ), developed in direct response to industry requests for greater clarity on the new eligibility criteria for the recently revised Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) A. which take effect on 1 April 2025.

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VISTA InfoSec

JANUARY 23, 2024

Welcome back to our ongoing series on the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Networks that store, process, or transmit cardholder data naturally fall within the PCI DSS scope and must be assessed accordingly. PCI DSS v3.2.1 PCI DSS v4.0 Testing Procedures: 4.2.1.1.a

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Basis Theory

OCTOBER 15, 2024

A business has 2 ways of demonstrating compliance with PCI DSS. We cover the PCI self assessment questionnaire and other forms in this post!

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VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Welcome back to our ongoing series on the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirements. This requirement is a critical component of the PCI DSS that has undergone significant changes from version 3.2.1 Conclusion: The transition from PCI DSS v3.2.1 Consequently, PCI DSS v4.0

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VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

In our ongoing series of articles on the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), we’ve been examining each requirement in detail. In this blog post, we will delve into the changes introduced in PCI DSS Requirement 8 from version 3.2.1 Conclusion: PCI DSS v4.0

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VISTA InfoSec

MAY 12, 2024

While Type 1 assesses the design of controls at a specific point in time, Type 2 evaluates the effectiveness of these controls over a period, usually upto twelve months. This rigorous assessment involves thorough scrutiny by independent auditors to ensure that the controls are not only in place but also operating effectively.

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VISTA InfoSec

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Welcome back to our series on PCI DSS Requirement Changes from v3.2.1 PCI DSS v3.2.1 PCI DSS v4.0 c: Confirm that software applications comply with PCI DSS. - c: Confirm that software applications comply with PCI DSS. - In PCI DSS v4.0, In PCI DSS v4.0,

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Stax

JULY 16, 2024

This is why PCI DSS compliance is critical. Compliance with PCI Data Security Standard regulations prevents shortcomings and vulnerabilities in payment processing, thereby reducing the risk of fraud, identity theft, and cyberattacks. The 12 PCI DSS requirements are meant to help companies achieve six main goals.

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VISTA InfoSec

MARCH 25, 2025

Organization that are certified by CREST goes thorough assessments of their methodologies, quality assurance processes, and data security measures, offering assurance to clients seeking reliable and trustworthy security services. PCI QSA, QPA, and SSFA Certifications : Demonstrating expertise in payment security compliance.

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Fi911

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) is a set of global standards developed to safeguard cardholder data. Staying up-to-date with PCI-DSS compliance should be a top priority. This guide will break down what you need to know about PCI-DSS compliance. PCI-DSS version 4.0,

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PCI Security Standards

JULY 10, 2024

The PCI Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) has long included requirements for external vulnerability scans conducted by PCI Approved Scanning Vendors (ASVs), and these requirements have also been included in prior versions of some Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs). For PCI DSS v4.x,

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VISTA InfoSec

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In the world of digital transactions, businesses handling payment cards must demonstrate their data security measures through the Payment Card Industry Self-Assessment Questionnaire (PCI SAQ). Completing the SAQ is a key step in the PCI DSS assessment process, followed by an Attestation of Compliance (AoC) to confirm accuracy.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 11, 2023

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard ( PCI DSS ) aims to prevent financial fraud by securing payment card data. In this process, you’ll come across key terms like PCI SAQ (Self-Assessment Questionnaire), AOC (Attestation of Compliance), and PCI ROC (Report on Compliance). First off, we have a QSA.

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Fintech Weekly

DECEMBER 6, 2023

For instance, many discussions around emerging payment technologies ease assessment across various PCI standards, as well as conversations about the challenges businesses and assessors face in implementing ongoing changes to the standards regarding the auditing of systems.

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Stax

JANUARY 23, 2025

The merchant underwriting process is a critical step that payment processors and financial institutions use to assess the risk associated with onboarding new businesses. Key steps include application review, risk assessment, credit checks, and compliance verification. Learn More What is Merchant Account Underwriting?

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Cardfellow

MAY 3, 2025

The Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) is a series of yes or no questions about your security practices. Its the document you will need to submit to prove your compliance with PCI standards. If your business does not fall into the categories listed above, be sure to check the PCI DSS website for the full list of SAQ types.

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Clearly Payments

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Companies can analyze BIN data to track transaction patterns, better understand customer demographics, and assess risk in different regions or among various card types. This information helps payment processors and merchants verify transactions, assess risk, and streamline payment workflows for secure and reliable transactions.

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The Payments Association

MARCH 25, 2025

Sends leverages AI to mitigate risks, comply with FCA, PSD2, and PCI DSS, and enhance client experience with secure and innovative services. Strict compliance with FCA, PSD2, and PCI DSS protects consumers and combats financial crime, but implementation demands resources and adaptation.

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Ikajo

MAY 19, 2021

One of the key factors making it possible is the industry’s joint efforts to enhance card transactions security, reflected in PCI DSS. In this article, we’re going to deep dive into PCI DSS meaning, history, requirements, procedures, and costs. What is PCI DSS? This way, PCI DSS 2.0

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Stax

JANUARY 21, 2025

Ensure the gateway offers PCI DSS compliance, encryption, tokenization, and fraud prevention tools to safeguard transactions. Look for PCI DSS-compliant payment gateways that optimize the security of credit and debit card transactions. Learn More What is a Payment Gateway?

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Stax

APRIL 8, 2025

Interchange and assessment fees are set by card networks and are non-negotiable. Assessment fees Assessment fees go to the payment network or the credit card network. In the previous example, Mastercard retains the assessment fee from the overall credit card processing fee. This helps the processor recoup lost revenue.

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Basis Theory

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Today, the framework introduced in the early 2000s outlines 12 PCI requirements that merchants must satisfy to process credit card transactions on the card networks. Nearly 20 years later, with more than 300 requirements and sub-requirements, PCI DSS continues evolving. Return to Top Who needs to be PCI compliant?

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Evolve Payment

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Table of Contents PCI Compliance in a Nutshell PCI compliance, also known as the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard , or PCI-DSS, is an important standard that major credit card companies like Visa and Mastercard have adopted to protect themselves and their merchants from the risks associated with exposed cardholder data.

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VISTA InfoSec

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Promoting Accountability: Encouraging financial institutions to take responsibility for securing their local environments and ensuring compliance through independent SWIFT CSP assessments. We are also offering AuditFusion360 a one-time audit service for all your compliance needs, including SWIFT CSP, PCI DSS, SOC 2, GDPR, ISO 27001, and more.

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Stax

JANUARY 15, 2024

PCI DSS compliance, a global framework, mandates specific requirements and best practices for maintaining credit card data security. Subscribe to regulatory updates or newsletters from relevant federal authorities, such as the PCI Security Standards Council (​​more on this later)​​. Enter the PCI DSS compliance.

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Stax

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

TL;DR PCI compliance is essential because it helps prevent data breaches, ultimately cultivating customer trust. There are 12 requirements under PCI DSS, divided into six major categories. What is PCI Compliance? PCI DSS stands for “Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards.”

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Payments Source

AUGUST 7, 2018

Lack of preparation for a PCI DSS assessment usually results in unexpected and unnecessary expenses, as well as lost productivity among all parties involved, writes Marc Punzirudu, director of security consulting services at ControlScan.

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Clearly Payments

JANUARY 8, 2024

Identifying and Assessing Risks Understanding the lay of the land is the first step in effective risk management. Conducting a thorough risk assessment tailored to the specific nature of the business is essential. Secure Network Configurations Configuring secure networks is fundamental to PCI DSS compliance.

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