A global forum that brings together payments industry stakeholders to develop and drive adoption of data security standards and resources for safe payments.
The PCI Security Standards Council is a global forum that brings together payments industry stakeholders to develop and drive adoption of data security standards and resources for safe payments worldwide. It was founded by American Express, Discover Financial Services, JCB International, MasterCard, and Visa Inc. to enhance payment account data security by driving education and awareness of the PCI Security Standards.
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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.
The Payment Application Data Security Standard (PA-DSS) is for software vendors and others who develop payment applications that store, process, or transmit cardholder data as part of authorization or settlement.
Point-to-Point Encryption (P2PE) solutions encrypt payment card data at the point of interaction (POI), rendering the data unreadable until it reaches the secure decryption environment.
The PCI PIN Security Requirements are designed to protect the confidentiality and integrity of PIN data in a retail environment.
The PCI 3-D Secure (3DS) Security Standard provides a security framework for the use of 3-D Secure as part of the authentication process for card-not-present (CNP) e-commerce transactions.
Offers training and certification programs for individuals and organizations to become PCI compliant and understand the standards.
A comprehensive library of resources including white papers, guidelines, and tools to help organizations understand and implement PCI standards.
Regularly scheduled meetings and events that bring together stakeholders from across the payments industry to discuss and shape the future of payment security.
Guidance and support for organizations to achieve and maintain compliance with PCI standards.
Efforts to promote the adoption of PCI standards worldwide through education, training, and collaboration with local organizations.
American Express, Discover Financial Services, JCB International, MasterCard, and Visa Inc.
The PCI SSC has a global influence, with participating organizations from over 50 countries.
To enhance global payment account data security by developing standards and supporting services that drive education, awareness, and effective implementation by stakeholders.
A world where payment data is secure everywhere, and everyone benefits from safe and seamless commerce.
To evolve the standards to address emerging threats and technologies, expand global participation and adoption, and enhance the value of the PCI SSC to stakeholders.
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