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Blog posts from the PCI Security Standards Council.

Blog Alicia Malone

Meet the Council’s New Regional Director, Europe

The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) is pleased to welcome its newest team member, Úna Dillon, Regional Director, Europe. As Regional Director, Úna serves as the primary liaison with …

Blog Alicia Malone

PCI SSC Releases New Guidance on Authentication and Cryptography

Authentication and cryptography are two essential security controls that protect sensitive data and systems. Authentication helps verify who can access information, while cryptography protects data whether it is stored or …

Blog Alicia Malone

Sponsor or Exhibit at a 2025 PCI SSC Event

Take advantage of the great opportunities to elevate your brand presence and connect with potential buyers and industry leaders when you sponsor or exhibit at a 2025 PCI SSC Community …

Blog Alicia Malone

Just Published: PTS POI v7.0

The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) has published a major revision to PCI PIN Transaction Security (PTS) Point-of-Interaction (POI) Modular Security Requirements from version 6.2 to version 7.0. The …

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New Infographic: PCI DSS Vulnerability Management Processes

The PCI Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) includes several requirements in Requirement 6 and 11 that govern vulnerability management and reference related timeframes.

A new FAQ and related infographic …

Blog Alicia Malone

PCI SSC Launches New PIN Listing Program

The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) announced that it has launched its own PIN Listing Program. This Program brings an important security service listing to the community, representing another …