Conduct Regular Security Testing of CDE
What this control requires
Test security systems and processes: conduct quarterly internal/external network vulnerability scans, perform annual penetration testing (network and application layer), implement change-triggered penetration testing, deploy intrusion detection/prevention systems, and implement file integrity monitoring (FIM) for critical files. Remediate all critical and high findings within 30 days.
Other PCI DSS controls
PCI_DSS-CTRL-001 - Daily safeguarding reconciliationPCI_DSS-CTRL-002 - Critical ICT incident reportingPCI_DSS-CTRL-003 - GDPR breach notification workflowPCI_DSS-CTRL-004 - AML suspicious transaction monitoringPCI_DSS-CTRL-005 - Quarterly PCI vulnerability assessmentPCI_DSS-CTRL-006 - Outsourcing provider oversightPCI_DSS-CTRL-007 - DORA Register of Information maintenancePCI_DSS-CTRL-008 - CTIF suspicious activity escalationPCI_DSS-CTRL-009 - NIS2 cyber resilience testingPCI_DSS-CTRL-010 - Instant payment availability monitoringPCI-AUTH-001 - Implement Strong Access Control for Cardholder DataPCI-ENCRYPT-001 - Protect Stored Cardholder Data with Strong Cryptography