New Flame Stealer Malware: A Persistent Threat to Credit Card Security
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New Flame Stealer Malware: A Persistent Threat to Credit Card Security

ByChad

A new malware named “Flame Stealer” has emerged as a significant threat to the security of credit card data, particularly for users of popular platforms such as Discord, Spotify, Instagram, TikTok, and Roblox. This sophisticated malware exhibits the following features and implications: The malware also collects information about browser extensions, Discord accounts, connections, bots, and…

AI and PCI DSS v4 Compliance: Revolutionizing Data Security
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AI and PCI DSS v4 Compliance: Revolutionizing Data Security

ByChad

In today’s digital age, the protection of sensitive data has become a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. With the continuous evolution of cyber threats, maintaining compliance with industry standards such as the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is essential. As companies strive to adhere to the latest version, PCI DSS…

Slaying the PCI DSS Dragon: A Professional Review of “The Definitive Guide to PCI DSS Version 4”
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Slaying the PCI DSS Dragon: A Professional Review of “The Definitive Guide to PCI DSS Version 4”

ByChad

First of all I tried to be objective as possible, I have worked with both Coop and Jeff at a previous company and they both taught me a lot of what I know about PCI, I was in Coop’s ASV Training class also. For organizations handling sensitive cardholder data, navigating the intricate requirements of PCI…

PCI DSS 4.0.1: Streamlining Compliance for Organizations Handling Cardholder Data
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PCI DSS 4.0.1: Streamlining Compliance for Organizations Handling Cardholder Data

ByChad

The PCI Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) released a targeted update to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) in June 2024. PCI DSS 4.0.1 offers a sigh of relief for compliance professionals, focusing on clarity and addressing industry feedback received since version 4.0 launched in 2022. While not a comprehensive overhaul, this…

Fortifying Your Payment Pages: A Look at PCI DSS v4.0 Requirements
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Fortifying Your Payment Pages: A Look at PCI DSS v4.0 Requirements

ByChad

The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) is a set of requirements designed to safeguard sensitive cardholder data. Every few years, the PCI Security Standards Council releases updated standards to reflect the evolving threat landscape. The upcoming version, PCI DSS v4.0, will be in effect by March 31, 2025, and it strengthens protections…

The Shimmering Threat: Safeguarding Your Business from Modern Credit Card Fraud
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The Shimmering Threat: Safeguarding Your Business from Modern Credit Card Fraud

ByChad

The landscape of credit card fraud is constantly evolving, with criminals devising increasingly sophisticated methods to steal customer financial information. For merchants, these evolving threats pose a significant challenge, demanding a proactive approach to data security. Two particularly concerning methods are credit card skimming and shimmering, both capable of compromising sensitive information and eroding customer…

Vulnerability Management and PCI DSS: Unraveling Requirement 6.3.1
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Vulnerability Management and PCI DSS: Unraveling Requirement 6.3.1

ByChad

This article is the third and final installment in our series on PCI DSS version 4.0 requirement 6.3.1, which focuses on the identification and management of vulnerabilities. As one of the most complex and frequently misunderstood PCI DSS requirements, 6.3.1 significantly influences compliance programs, being referenced in ten other requirements. In parts one and two,…

Navigating Risk Ranking for Robust PCI DSS Compliance
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Navigating Risk Ranking for Robust PCI DSS Compliance

ByChad

In the context of PCI DSS 4.0, targeted risk assessments involve a systematic and detailed evaluation of potential threats and vulnerabilities related to the processing, storage, or transmission of cardholder data. These assessments aim to identify, measure, and prioritize risks an organization might face, helping define strategies to mitigate them. Unlike previous versions of PCI…

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Marriott admits it falsely claimed for five years it was using encryption during 2018 breach

ByChad

In 2018, Marriott experienced a massive data breach. For years, the hotel chain defended itself by asserting that it had used strong encryption (AES-128) during the breach. However, during an April 10 hearing, Marriott’s attorneys admitted that they had never used AES-128 at the time. Instead, they had employed the less secure Secure Hash Algorithm…

Understanding and Meeting PCI DSS Requirement 6.3.1: Vulnerability Identification
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Understanding and Meeting PCI DSS Requirement 6.3.1: Vulnerability Identification

ByChad

PCI DSS version 4.0 requirement 6.3.1, focusing on the identification and management of vulnerabilities, along with its predecessors in previous iterations of PCI DSS, has often been misconstrued. This requirement is interlinked with 10 other PCI DSS requirements, influencing how organizations configure systems, develop applications, apply patches, and address the outcomes of vulnerability scans and…