There are in total 12 requirements that complete PCIDSS compliance. Here we are discussing 4 major areas that build
a crucial foundation for PDICSS compliance. Remember, focusing on these key areas and implementing the shared controls
reduces the risk of a data breach and gets you started with PCIDSS compliance.
Let us look at all the key areas one by one;
The PCIDSS compliance which is divided into four parts is primarily divided based on the annual transaction volume of business processes. Below is a brief classification of what a business is required to do in order to stay compliant.
For businesses, make sure you determine the correct merchant level based on annual card transaction volume. In case of any misleading information, a business can land in a non-compliance state and may be charged with hefty fines. Once again, remember that PCIDSS is a mandatory standard for all the merchants who store, process, or transmit cardholder data.