PCI Data Security Standard

Security standard for organizations that handle branded credit cards from major card schemes.

4.054 Controls MappedCertification Available

Overview

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of security standards designed to ensure that all companies that accept, process, store, or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment. Version 4.0 introduced significant updates including multi-factor authentication requirements, enhanced password policies, and flexibility for organizations to meet security objectives. Compliance is mandatory for any organization handling cardholder data.

Required for payment card processing
Protects against financial fraud
Reduces breach liability
Demonstrates security to customers
Industry-standard security practices

Published by

PCI Security Standards Council

Official Documentation

TrueConfig Control Mappings

TrueConfig maps 54 security controls to PCI DSS requirements, helping you demonstrate compliance and identify gaps.

18

critical

21

high

12

medium

3

low

Identity & Authentication

5 controls

ID-01User MFA Registration
critical
ID-02Block Legacy Authentication
high
ID-03Enable Self-Service Password Reset
medium
ID-05Configure Smart Lockout Protection
high
ID-04Require Phishing-Resistant MFA for All Users
critical

Privileged Access

8 controls

PA-01Limit Global Administrators to 2-4
critical
PA-02Use Dedicated Admin Accounts
high
PA-03Configure Emergency Access Accounts
critical
PA-01-L2Eliminate Permanent Global Administrators
critical
PA-04Require PIM for All Privileged Roles
critical
+3 more controls

Conditional Access

12 controls

CA-01Require MFA via Conditional Access Policy
critical
CA-02Require MFA for All Administrators
critical
CA-08Block Access from High-Risk Countries
medium
CA-11Enforce Session Lifetime Limits for Guests and Admins
medium
DV-01Require Compliant Devices for Admin Access
high
+7 more controls

Workload Identity & Applications

8 controls

APP-01Application Ownership for Apps with Credentials
low
APP-02Enforce Application Credential Expiration
critical
APP-05Service Principal Credential Hygiene
critical
APP-08Restrict User Application Consent
high
APP-03Internal App Registration Permissions
high
+3 more controls

Guest & External Access

7 controls

EXT-01Restrict Guest Invitation Permissions
high
EXT-02Require MFA for Guest Users
medium
EXT-06External Sharing Visibility
medium
EXT-07Detect External Mail Forwarding
critical
EXT-04Configure Guest Access Expiration
medium
+2 more controls

Governance & Hygiene

6 controls

GOV-01Review Stale User Accounts
medium
GOV-05Maintain Group Naming Conventions
low
GOV-07Audit Privileged Role Assignments
high
GOV-02Automatically Disable Stale Accounts
medium
GOV-03Conduct Quarterly Privileged Access Reviews
high
+1 more controls

Logging & Visibility

5 controls

LOG-01Enable Unified Audit Logging
high
LOG-04Configure Privileged Operation Alerts
critical
LOG-02Export Logs to Long-Term Storage
medium
LOG-05Admin Activity Anomaly Detection
high
LOG-03Stream All Security Events to SIEM in Real-Time
high

License Management

1 controls

LIC-01License Utilization Visibility
low

Data Protection

2 controls

DLP-01Enable Sensitive Data Classification
high
DLP-02Block Bulk Data Exfiltration
critical

Who Needs PCI DSS?

Target Industries

RetailFinancial ServicesHospitalityE CommerceTechnology

Audience Types

regulatedenterprisesmb

Frequently Asked Questions

What is PCI Data Security Standard?▼
The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of security standards designed to ensure that all companies that accept, process, store, or transmit credit card information maintain a secure environment. Version 4.0 introduced significant updates including multi-factor authentication requirements, enhanced password policies, and flexibility for organizations to meet security objectives. Compliance is mandatory for any organization handling cardholder data.
How does TrueConfig help with PCI DSS compliance?▼
TrueConfig maps 54 security controls to PCI DSS requirements. Each control includes specific guidance on how it satisfies PCI DSS requirements, making it easier to demonstrate compliance and identify gaps.
Who needs to comply with PCI DSS?▼
PCI DSS is typically required or recommended for organizations in regulated industries, enterprise organizations, small and medium businesses. Industries that commonly need this framework include retail, financial-services, hospitality.
Can I get PCI DSS certification?▼
Yes, PCI DSS offers formal certification. Organizations can undergo audits by accredited assessors to achieve and maintain certification. TrueConfig helps prepare for these audits by ensuring your Microsoft 365 environment meets the required controls.
What are the key benefits of PCI DSS compliance?▼
Required for payment card processing Protects against financial fraud Reduces breach liability Demonstrates security to customers Industry-standard security practices

Related Frameworks

CIS Benchmark

Industry-standard security configuration guide for Microsoft 365 developed by the Center for Internet Security.

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SOC 2

Service organization control framework for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.

54 controls →

ISO 27001

International standard for information security management systems with Annex A controls.

54 controls →

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