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What are the PCI DSS requirements and how do I become compliant?

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Under the PCI DSS, merchants must prove they have implemented the following security measures:
  1. Install and maintain a firewall configuration to protect cardholder data
  2. Do not use vendor-supplied defaults for system passwords and other security parameters
  3. Protect stored cardholder data
  4. Encrypt transmission of cardholder data across open, public networks
  5. Use and regularly update anti-virus software on all systems commonly affected by malware
  6. Develop and maintain secure systems and applications
  7. Restrict access to cardholder data by business need-to-know
  8. Assign a unique ID to each person with computer access
  9. Restrict physical access to cardholder data
  10. Track and monitor all access to network resources and cardholder data
  11. Regularly test security systems and processes
  12. Maintain a policy that addresses information security

These requirements can seem daunting and overly technical at first. However, there is one simple and cost effective way of meeting most of these goals: NetComm’s NetAssure managed network service.