PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) — is an international standard designed to ensure the security of data processed, stored or transmitted within payment systems. The standard was created in response to growing cybersecurity threats and provides strict requirements for the protection of personal and financial information of customers.
PCI DSS certification confirms that your company takes all necessary measures to protect your customers' data, including payment card data, which is an important step in building trust with customers and partners.
Protecting Card Data: Use of encryption and other methods of protecting card data during transmission, storage and processing.
Monitoring and testing: Continuous monitoring of system security and regular vulnerability testing.
Access control: Restricting access to data to only those employees who are required to work with it.
Vulnerability Management: Includes software and system updates to protect against known threats.
Supporting security at all levels: Implementation of protective measures at all stages of data processing.
1. Risk assessment and analysis
Before you begin the certification process, it is important to audit your company's current security system. This includes:
An assessment of all points where map data is processed or stored.
Identifying vulnerabilities such as weaknesses in information security or non-compliance of current processes with PCI DSS standards.
Analysis of existing security measures and their compliance with requirements.
2. Development and implementation of improvements
Based on the audit results, our team will help you develop and implement changes to your processes and infrastructure:
Protect your data with encryption, tokenization and other modern technologies.
Setting up systems to control access to data and prevent information leaks.
Updating and hardening software to meet PCI DSS standards, including operating system and database updates.
Installation of firewalls and other security measures.
3. Documentation and preparation for certification
One of the key stages is the preparation of all necessary documents confirming compliance with PCI DSS requirements. We help:
Prepare a conformity assessment report that includes a detailed overview of all changes implemented.
Prepare complete documentation to be submitted for external certification.
Ensure that all processes, procedures and standards are properly documented.
4. Submitting for certification and passing inspections
We apply for certification, which will be carried out by an external audit, a certified body. During the certification process, the company checks that all aspects, from physical security measures to data management procedures, comply with PCI DSS requirements. We support you throughout the certification process and work with you to address any potential deficiencies identified during the audit.
5. Ongoing support and updates
PCI DSS certification is not a one-time process. Once certified, a company is required to regularly update its systems and re-assess its security. We provide ongoing support, monitoring and testing services for your system to maintain security and compliance with PCI DSS standards.
Customer data protection:
The standard ensures the protection of user data and the prevention of theft of personal information. In a world where data leakage can cause irreparable damage to a company's reputation, PCI DSS compliance is becoming a necessary step.
Compliance with international standards:
In many countries, PCI DSS compliance is mandatory for companies that work with cards and payments. Certification confirms that your company complies with international rules and laws, which helps to avoid legal consequences.
Building customer trust:
Customers prefer to work with companies that can guarantee the security of their data. PCI DSS certification is a great way to demonstrate to customers your commitment to protecting their information.
Improving the security of payment systems:
PCI DSS certification helps identify weaknesses in systems and data processing, which in turn improves the overall security of the entire payment ecosystem.
Lower risks of fines and losses:
Non-compliance with PCI DSS can result in fines, as well as losses in the event of a data leak. Certification helps reduce these risks and minimize financial losses.
Cryptocurrency exchanges and wallets, that process card data.
Online stores, that accept card payments.
Payment aggregators, services and companies working with large volumes of transactions.
Financial institutions and companies looking to improve their security and compliance.
We offer a comprehensive approach to obtaining PCI DSS certification. From audit and implementation of changes to final certification and support. We guarantee that your company will be fully prepared to pass certification and comply with all PCI DSS requirements.
