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Latest changes to PCI SSC frequently asked questions.

FAQ 1554 New

What is a PCI SSC Participating Payment Brand?

A PCI SSC Participating Payment Brand is a payment brand that, as of the time in question, is then formally admitted as (or an affiliate of) a member of PCI …

FAQ 1286 Updated

Does PCI DSS apply to virtual (electronic-only) PANs?

PCI DSS applies to all primary account numbers (PANs) that represent a PCI SSC Participating Payment Brand. This includes PANs that are only provided electronically (virtual PANs) as well as …

FAQ 1285 Updated

Does PCI DSS apply to one-time or single-use PANs?

PCI DSS applies to all primary account numbers (PANs) that represent a PCI SSC Participating Payment Brand. Whether a one-time PAN is in scope for PCI DSS will depend on …

FAQ 1436 Updated

Where do I direct questions about complying with PCI standards?

Each of PCI SSC's Participating Payment Brand members (American Express, Discover, JCB International, Mastercard, UnionPay, and Visa) currently have their own PCI compliance programs for the protection of their affiliated …

FAQ 1335 Updated

Does PCI DSS apply to bank account data?

PCI DSS applies for the protection of cardholder data (PAN, cardholder name, service code and expiration date) and sensitive authentication data (full track data from the magnetic stripe or equivalent …