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3 tips on how to adapt your company to the new PCI DSS security standard

Digital transformation has changed the way people make purchases. The growth of ecommerce has led to credit cards becoming one of the most widely used payment methods, but mismanagement could jeopardize the integrity and security of company and customer data.

PCI DSS 4.0 Requirements -Test Security Regularly and Support Information Security with Organizational Policies and Programs

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) has always been a massive security undertaking for any organization that has worked to fully implement its recommendations. One interesting aspect that seems to be overlooked is the focus on the Requirements, and while minimizing the testing necessities. Not only is testing part of the full title of the Standard, but it is formally memorialized in Requirement 11 of the Standard, “Test Security of Systems and Networks Regularly.”

PCI DSS Compliance in Healthcare

Data security has become an essential aspect of our lives and is more crucial than ever before. In the healthcare industry, organizations are entrusted with a plethora of sensitive information, including PHI, PII, and financial data. This renders them accountable for complying with both HIPAA and PCI regulations. Adherence to these regulations is paramount for safeguarding sensitive patient information from data breaches and cyber attacks.

PCI DSS Compliance for Healthcare Organizations

Learn about the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) and how it can benefit your healthcare organization. Our informative session covers topics such as the purpose of PCI DSS in healthcare, the impact of PCI v4.0, and the importance of PCI compliance. Plus, our interactive session is open for queries. Don’t miss out on this chance to learn from the experts at VISTA InfoSec. 📞 Phone Number: +1-415-513-5261(United States)+65-3129-0397(Singapore)+442081333131(UK)+91 9987244769 (India)

PCI DSS 4.0 Requirements - Restrict Physical Access and Log and Monitor All Access

Most data crimes are the result of online compromises. This makes sense, as the criminals don’t need to know any of the old, dirty, hands-on techniques such as lock-picking, dumpster diving, or any other evasive maneuvers to carry out a successful attack. However, this doesn’t mean that the old methods are completely defunct. Physical security is still an important facet of a complete security program.

PCI DSS 4.0 Requirements - Restrict Access, Identify Users and Authenticate Access

In the early days of computer networking, the idea of restricted permissions was shunned. Network administrators could access every system in the environment. In some extreme cases, a CEO would demand full administrative access to a network, thinking that this would protect against a rogue employee. As you can imagine, this set up a point of failure beyond logic.

PCI DSS 4.0 Requirements - Protect from Malicious Software and Maintain Secure Systems and Software

We often hear how a company was compromised by a sophisticated attack. This characterization contains all the romantic thrill of a spy movie, but it is usually not how most companies are victimized. Most breaches usually happen as a result of malware entering the environment. The need to protect against malware is addressed in progressive degrees in Requirement 5 of the new 4.0 version of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS).

PCI DSS 4.0 Requirements - Protect Stored Account Data and Protect Cardholder Data During Transmission

If someone asked you “are you protecting your data,” your initial response would probably be to clarify what they are referring to specifically, since the question is so broadly stated. You could just reply with a terse “Yes,” but that is as open-ended and nebulous as the question. The general idea of data protection encompasses so many areas, from the amount of data that is being stored, to the methods of securing it all.

PCI DSS 4.0 Requirements - Network Security Controls and Secure Configuration

We have officially entered the 12-month countdown to the enactment of the new Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). The new version, 4.0, set to go into effect on April 1, 2024, contains some interesting and notable changes. Is your organization ready to meet the new requirements? In this 6-part series, we spoke with specialists who help to break down the changes to make your transition to the new Standard as easy as possible.

PCI DSS 4.0: How to Delight the Auditors

While we all know the actual point of PCI is vastly more far-reaching, we can’t deny that the juggernaut of PCI DSS 4.0 compliance is getting past the auditors. However, there is a right way to do it that doesn’t just check the box – it creates the underlying business operations that enable you to pass an audit any day, at any time, with just the processes you have in hand. Here’s how.