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Now is the Time for Organizations to Adopt the Future-Dated Requirements of PCI DSS v4.x

PCI Security Standards

Merchants around the world use the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) to safeguard payment card data before, during, and after a purchase is made. The standard is intended for all entities involved in payment card processing, including merchants, processors, acquirers, issuers, and service providers.

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The 12 PCI DSS Requirements to Ensure PCI Compliance

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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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How to Choose Right PCI SAQ for Your Business

VISTA InfoSec

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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Payment Processors or Facilitators: Which Is Right for You?

Paystand

Choosing the right Payment Facilitator Payment Processor vs. Payment Facilitator Payment Gateway Vs. a Payment Facilitator Key Takeaways Payment Facilitators Simplify Transactions : They allow sub-merchants to accept card payments without needing a direct relationship with an acquiring bank. How Do Payment Facilitators Work?

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What’s the Best Payment Processor for Small Business?

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Hunting for a payment processor provider for your business shouldn’t be one of those things. Knowing what to look for and what to avoid can help take the fear out of finding the right payment processor , making the decision a lot easier. Understand the difficulties you may face with a processor’s pricing or support.

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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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Understanding POS Security: Protecting Your Business and Customer Data

VISTA InfoSec

Work with PCI DSS Compliant Vendors While the PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) is not a legal requirement, it is a sign that an organization or a product is up to par when it comes to combating common cyber threats.

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