Payment Card Industry
Securing Payment Card Systems
Selecting Raxis Penetration Testing for PCI Compliance
Raxis specializes in PCI DSS penetration testing to meet and exceed Requirement 11.3. Using a comprehensive methodology, Raxis ensures cardholder data environments (CDE) are secure and compliant with PCI standards.
Segmentation testing
Re-test for validation
PCI approved reporting
PCI DSS Compliance
Navigating PCI DSS compliance can be complex due to evolving standards like PCI DSS 4.0, which introduced more stringent security measures and continuous monitoring demands. Raxis ensures thorough testing to help organizations maintain compliance and protect sensitive cardholder data from potential threats.
Keeping CUSTOMERS safe with PCI
PCI compliance is crucial for protecting customer data and maintaining business integrity, and it requires specific penetration testing to ensure security. Raxis, with extensive experience in PCI penetration testing since 2011, emphasizes the importance of thorough testing over merely “checking the box.” Unlike vulnerability scans, which identify potential issues, penetration tests involve simulating real-world attacks to verify if vulnerabilities can be exploited, ensuring that your systems are truly secure. This approach helps avoid costly breaches and ensures that security measures are effective, providing peace of mind and compliance with PCI DSS standards.
PCI DSS V4 PENETRATION TEST REQUIREMENTS
EFFECTIVE MARCH 31, 2022
11.4.1 Define company standards for internal and external penetration testing and review findings every 12 months.
11.4.2 Perform internal penetration testing at least annually and after any significant infrastructure or application upgrade or modification (such as an operating system upgrade, a sub-network added to the environment, or a web server added to the environment).
11.4.3 Perform external penetration testing at least annually and after any significant infrastructure or application upgrade or modification (such as an operating system upgrade, a sub-network added to the environment, or a web server added to the environment).
11.4.4 Correct any findings from penetration testing activities as recommended and repeat penetration testing.
11.4.5 If segmentation is used to isolate the CDE from other networks, perform penetration tests at least annually and after any changes to segmentation controls/methods to verify that the segmentation methods are operational and effective and that they isolate all out of scope systems from systems in the CDE.
11.4.6 For service providers, if segmentation is used to isolate the CDE from other networks, perform penetration tests at least every six months and after any changes to segmentation controls/methods to verify that the segmentation methods are operational and effective and that they isolate all out of scope systems from systems in the CDE.
PCI DSS Segmentation Simplified
Raxis ensures PCI DSS compliance by testing network segmentation to isolate cardholder data environments (CDE) from non-sensitive systems, reducing risks and strengthening security. Raxis has experience with PCI DSS compliance with merchants across all four levels based on annual transaction volume.
Level 1
Over 6 million transactions annually, requiring an annual on-site audit by a Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) and regular network scans.
Level 2
1 to 6 million transactions annually. Requires an annual Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) and quarterly scans by an Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV).
Level 3
20,000 to 1 million e-commerce transactions annually, requiring an SAQ and periodic scans.
Level 4
Fewer than 20,000 e-commerce transactions or up to 1 million total transactions annually, with simpler compliance requirements.
THE RAXIS DIFFERENCE
Unlike automated scans, Raxis penetration tests rely on skilled human testers who use advanced methodologies to uncover vulnerabilities that machines might miss.
Leading Cybersecurity Solutions and Expertise
Cyber threats are constantly changing. Raxis ensures you’re always protected against the latest security vulnerabilities.
Customized Testing Scenarios
Every organization faces unique security challenges. Raxis offers specialized assessments for PCI DSS compliance and segmentation validation.
Compliance Requirements
Raxis helps meet or exceed requirements for various standards including NIST 800-171/CMMC, PCI, HIPAA, GLBA, ISO 27001, and SOX.
Pivot and Escalate
The Raxis storyboard meticulously details how our penetration testing experts simulate sophisticated insider threats, demonstrating the potential path of system compromise and privilege escalation.
Audit Approved Methodology
Unlike competitors who rely solely on automated scans, our approach remains compliant, as we provide proof-of-concept exploits and follow the NIST 800-115 specification.
The Power of Team
Raxis’ expert penetration testers collaborate to deliver optimal security testing for any technology. Through the Raxis One portal, clients can directly engage with security experts for tailored and effective assessments.
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