PCIDSSCompliance
PCI DSS compliance refers to conforming with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard, established by the PCI Security Standards Council. The standard is designed to protect cardholder data and reduce credit card fraud. It applies to any organization that stores, processes, or transmits payment card information, regardless of size or transaction volume.
PCI DSS comprises 12 requirements organized into six control objectives: build and maintain a secure network
Validation varies by merchant level and service provider status. Small merchants may complete a Self-Assessment Questionnaire
Key terminology includes the cardholder data environment (CDE), the scope of systems that process, store, or
Benefits of PCI DSS compliance include reduced risk of data breaches, improved trust with customers and partners,