PCI DSS v4.0 Compliance
PCI DSS v4.0 is the global security standard for organizations that store, process, or transmit payment cardholder data. It mandates 12 high-level requirements covering network security, encryption, access control, and continuous monitoring.
Who Needs PCI DSS v4.0?
Merchants, payment processors, and any organization handling payment card data.
Key Benefits
- Protect cardholder data and reduce breach risk
- Meet contractual obligations with payment brands
- Avoid fines and penalties from card brands
- Build customer confidence in payment security
Key Requirements
- 1Install and maintain network security controls
- 2Protect account data with strong cryptography
- 3Maintain a vulnerability management program
- 4Implement strong access control measures
- 5Regularly monitor and test networks
- 6Maintain an information security policy
Required Policy Templates
12 policies required for PCI DSS v4.0 compliance, organized by category.
Technical
Firewall & Network Security Policy
Controls for network security including firewall configuration, DMZ setup, and cardholder data environment segmentation.
Vulnerability Management Policy
Processes for identifying, prioritizing, and remediating security vulnerabilities across system components.
Monitoring & Testing Policy
Logging, monitoring, and testing of all network resources and cardholder data access.
Encryption Policy
Cryptographic controls for protecting cardholder data in transit and at rest, including key management.
Security
Cardholder Data Protection Policy
Policy governing storage, transmission, and protection of cardholder data and sensitive authentication data.
Access Control Policy
Restricting access to cardholder data system components on a business need-to-know basis.
Information Security Policy
Overarching information security policy addressing all PCI DSS program requirements and security governance.
Incident Response Policy
Incident response plan for suspected or confirmed cardholder data breaches and security events.
Password & Authentication Policy
Password complexity, authentication requirements, and account management for all CDE system components.
Operational
Physical Security Policy
Physical access controls for cardholder data environments, media handling, and device security.
Vendor & Third-Party Management Policy
Management of third-party service providers with access to or impact on cardholder data and the CDE.
Change Management Policy
Formal change control process for system components in the cardholder data environment.
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3 templatesHIPAA
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3 templatesISO 27001
International standard for information security management systems (ISMS).
3 templatesCCPA/CPRA
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8 templatesNIST CSF 2.0
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10 templatesSOC 2 Type I
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0 templatesISO 42001
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0 templatesNIS 2 Directive
NIS 2 Directive (EU 2022/2555) — EU-wide cybersecurity legislation requiring essential and important entities to implement comprehensive risk management and incident reporting.
0 templatesNIST SP 800-53
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