Cybersecurity Compliance
Implementation of specific frameworks that help secure data in storage, transit, process or end of life.
These include : PCI-DSS - meant to : Protect cardholder data, Reduce fraud, Enhance security, Maintain compliance.
What is PCI-DSS ? - (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is a comprehensive set of security requirements designed to ensure the secure handling of cardholder data. It is mandated by major credit card companies (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and JCB) and applies to any entity that stores, processes, or transmits cardholder data.
This is done by :
Installation and maintenance of a firewall
Changing a default common password
Protect cardholder data
Ensuring that the development, maintenance, of all application and systems follow secure coding standards
Protect cardholder data on all systems
Restrict access to cardholder data
Assign unique IDs to individuals having computer access
Restrict physical access to cardholder data
Track and monitor all access to network resources and cardholder data
Regularly test security systems
Maintain a secure network and applications
This can be done by :
Remote assessments ( Via a computer connection i.e. (Teams, Microsoft Remote Desktops and others)
On-site assessments
Benefits of PCI DSS Compliance
Reduced risk of data breaches
Enhanced customer trust
Lower transaction fees
Improved brand reputation