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How PCI DSS Compliance Protects Australian Businesses from Data Breaches?

VISTA InfoSec

This is where PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance becomes essential for Australian businesses. In todays article, we are going to learn how PCI DSS compliance protects businesses from data breaches. The latest version PCI DSS v.4.0 This is where the PCI DSS comes into play.

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How to Create a GDPR-Compliant Password Policy?

VISTA InfoSec

Weak or compromised passwords are often the weak link in an organization’s security chain, providing an easy entry point for cybercriminals. According to a Verizon report , over 80% of hacking-related breaches are due to compromised passwords. PCI PIN and PCI DSS: Standards for securing payment card data.

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SWIFT CSP: A Quick Guide for Financial Institutions

VISTA InfoSec

Know and Limit Access Prevent compromise of credentials Manage identities and segregate privileges 3.Detect Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for SWIFT interfaces and applications. SWIFT CSCF v2024 key objectives and principles Below are the 3 key objectives and 7 principles, as defined in the updated SWIFT CSP framework.

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Payment Security: Everything You Need to Know About Secure Payments

Stax

TL;DR The PCI DSS determines security protocols and sets the standards for payment security. Multi-factor authentication (MFA) adds additional layers of security by requiring additional verification during the transaction process. How do two-factor authentication and “3-D secure” protect payment information? What is SSL/TLS?

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PCI requirements and who needs to follow them

Basis Theory

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. Don't, however, let the term "merchants" fool you.

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SWIFT CSP: A Quick Guide for Financial Institutions

VISTA InfoSec

Know and Limit Access Prevent compromise of credentials Manage identities and segregate privileges 3.Detect Use multi-factor authentication (MFA) for SWIFT interfaces and applications. SWIFT CSCF v2024 key objectives and principles Below are the 3 key objectives and 7 principles, as defined in the updated SWIFT CSP framework.

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SWIFT Security Controls:Best Practices for Financial Institutions

VISTA InfoSec

The program includes the Customer Security Controls Framework (CSCF), which defines both mandatory and advisory security controls based on industry standards such as NIST, ISO 27001/2, and PCI DSS 4.0. Prevent Compromise of Credentials 4.1 Implement robust authentication mechanisms such as MFA. Security Updates 2.3

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