If your business handles credit card transactions, you must comply with PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard)—but what does that mean?
Understanding PCI Compliance
PCI DSS is a global security standard designed to protect cardholder data. Any business that stores, processes, or transmits payment data must follow these 12 security requirements, which include:
✔ Secure Network Configuration – Firewalls and access controls must be in place.
✔ Encryption of Cardholder Data – Data must be protected at rest and in transit.
✔ Regular Monitoring & Logging – Activity must be recorded for security audits.
✔ Vulnerability Management – Systems must be updated and patched regularly.
Who Needs PCI Compliance?
Any company that handles payment information—from small businesses to large enterprises—must follow PCI DSS rules to avoid fines, security breaches, or losing payment processing privileges.
How to Get PCI-Compliant
The best way to achieve compliance is by using pre-configured solutions like Citadel VM, which comes with built-in security controls for PCI DSS.
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