PCI Data Security Compliance Overview

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a multifaceted security standard that is intended to help organizations that store, manage, transmit, or process payment card information to proactively protect customer account data. The PCI DSS was developed by the PCI Security Standards Council, an open global forum for the ongoing development, enhancement, storage, dissemination and implementation of security standards for account data protection. The PCI Security Standards Councils' mission is to enhance payment account data security by driving education and awareness of the PCI Security Standards.

In today´s world of ever expanding use of electronic payments, PCI compliance has become one of the most important issues facing business owners and consumers alike. PCI regulations were developed for businesses to protect their valued customers and prevent identity theft and payment card fraud. The payment card industry has intense pressure from banks, service providers and merchants to improve their data security. Regrettably some players in the IT security industry are spreading fear, uncertainty and doubt which has led to widespread abuse of the PCI DSS. In reality, the PCI DSS was designed to facilitate the broad adoption of consistent data security measures on a global basis. Inexperience and misinterpretation of PCI requirements, especially with respect to security products, has led to costly mistakes. TrustNet cuts through this rhetoric to deliver straightforward professional consulting services so our clients can manage their risk and ensure compliance efficiently and effectively.

While this sector is no stranger to regulations the challenges have heightened the importance of effective financial and IT risk management to continue delivering stable returns and supporting robust governance and compliance processes.

How TrustNet Helps

TrustNet is a Payment Card Industry (PCI) Qualified Security Assessor (QSA). TrustNet provides a wide range of services to help organizations maintain PCI compliance including PCI approved vulnerability scanning (ASV). TrustNet PCI capabilities include: