All PCI DSS v4.0.1 Controls

Every one of the 249 controls in PCI DSS v4.0.1, each with its requirement text, the testing procedures an assessor uses, and the evidence to prepare.

Every control in the standard, grouped by requirement. Each has its own page with the requirement in full, the testing procedures that define what evidence you need, and its related controls. 249 of the 249 also carry written implementation guidance.

Requirement 1: Install and Maintain Network Security Controls

Requirement overview · 19 controls

1.1

Control What it requires Guidance
1.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 1… Yes
1.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 1 are documented, assigned… Yes

1.2

Control What it requires Guidance
1.2.1 Configuration standards for NSC rulesets… Yes
1.2.2 All changes to network connections and to configurations of NSCs are approved and managed… Yes
1.2.3 An accurate network diagram(s) is maintained that shows all connections between the CDE… Yes
1.2.4 An accurate data-flow diagram(s) is maintained that meets… Yes
1.2.5 All services, protocols, and ports allowed are identified, approved… Yes
1.2.6 Security features are defined and implemented for all services, protocols… Yes
1.2.7 Configurations of NSCs are reviewed at least once every six months to confirm they are relevant… Yes
1.2.8 Configuration files for NSCs… Yes

1.3

Control What it requires Guidance
1.3.1 Inbound traffic to the CDE is restricted… Yes
1.3.2 Outbound traffic from the CDE is restricted… Yes
1.3.3 NSCs are installed between all wireless networks and the CDE… Yes

1.4

Control What it requires Guidance
1.4.1 NSCs are implemented between trusted and untrusted networks Yes
1.4.2 Inbound traffic from untrusted networks to trusted networks is restricted… Yes
1.4.3 Anti-spoofing measures are implemented to detect and block forged source IP addresses… Yes
1.4.4 System components that store cardholder data are not directly accessible from untrusted networks Yes
1.4.5 The disclosure of internal IP addresses and routing information is limited to only authorized… Yes

1.5

Control What it requires Guidance
1.5.1 Security controls are implemented on any computing devices… Yes

Requirement 2: Apply Secure Configurations to All System Components

Requirement overview · 11 controls

2.1

Control What it requires Guidance
2.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 2… Yes
2.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 2 are documented, assigned… Yes

2.2

Control What it requires Guidance
2.2.1 Configuration standards are developed, implemented, and maintained… Yes
2.2.2 Vendor default accounts… Yes
2.2.3 Primary functions requiring different security levels… Yes
2.2.4 Only necessary services, protocols, daemons, and functions are enabled… Yes
2.2.5 If any insecure services, protocols, or daemons are present… Yes
2.2.6 System security parameters are configured to prevent misuse Yes
2.2.7 All non-console administrative access is encrypted using strong cryptography Yes

2.3

Control What it requires Guidance
2.3.1 For wireless environments connected to the CDE or transmitting account data, all wireless vendor defaults are changed at installation or are confirmed to be secure, including but not limited… Yes
2.3.2 For wireless environments connected to the CDE or transmitting account data, wireless encryption keys are changed… Yes

Requirement 3: Protect Stored Account Data

Requirement overview · 29 controls

3.1

Control What it requires Guidance
3.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 3… Yes
3.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 3 are documented, assigned… Yes

3.2

Control What it requires Guidance
3.2.1 Account data storage is kept to a minimum through implementation of data retention and disposal… Yes

3.3

Control What it requires Guidance
3.3.1 SAD is not stored after authorization, even if encrypted Yes
3.3.1.1 The full contents of any track are not stored upon completion of the authorization process Yes
3.3.1.2 The card verification code is not stored upon completion of the authorization process Yes
3.3.1.3 The personal identification number (PIN) and the PIN block are not stored upon completion… Yes
3.3.2 SAD that is stored electronically prior to completion of authorization is encrypted using… Yes
3.3.3 Issuers: Any storage of sensitive authentication data… Yes

3.4

Control What it requires Guidance
3.4.1 PAN is masked when displayed… Yes
3.4.2 When using remote-access technologies, technical controls prevent copy and/or relocation of PAN… Yes

3.5

Control What it requires Guidance
3.5.1 PAN is rendered unreadable anywhere it is stored by using any of the following approaches… Yes
3.5.1.1 Hashes used to render PAN unreadable (per the first bullet of Requirement 3.5.1) are keyed… Yes
3.5.1.2 If disk-level or partition-level encryption… Yes
3.5.1.3 If disk-level or partition-level encryption is used… Yes

3.6

Control What it requires Guidance
3.6.1 Procedures are defined and implemented to protect cryptographic keys used to protect stored… Yes
3.6.1.1 Service providers: A documented description of the cryptographic architecture is maintained… Yes
3.6.1.2 Secret and private keys used to protect stored account data are stored in one (or more)… Yes
3.6.1.3 Access to cleartext cryptographic key components is restricted to the fewest number… Yes
3.6.1.4 Cryptographic keys are stored in the fewest possible locations Yes

3.7

Control What it requires Guidance
3.7.1 Key-management policies and procedures are implemented to include generation of strong… Yes
3.7.2 Key-management policies and procedures are implemented to include secure distribution… Yes
3.7.3 Key-management policies and procedures are implemented to include secure storage… Yes
3.7.4 Key management policies and procedures are implemented for cryptographic key changes for keys… Yes
3.7.5 Key management policies procedures are implemented to include the retirement, replacement… Yes
3.7.6 Where manual cleartext cryptographic key-management operations are performed by personnel… Yes
3.7.7 Key management policies and procedures are implemented to include the prevention… Yes
3.7.8 Key management policies and procedures are implemented to include that cryptographic key… Yes
3.7.9 Service providers: Where a service provider shares cryptographic keys with its customers for transmission… Yes

Requirement 4: Protect Cardholder Data with Strong Cryptography During Transmission Over Open, Public Networks

Requirement overview · 6 controls

4.1

Control What it requires Guidance
4.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 4… Yes
4.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 4 are documented, assigned… Yes

4.2

Control What it requires Guidance
4.2.1 Strong cryptography and security protocols… Yes
4.2.1.1 An inventory of the entity’s trusted keys and certificates used to protect PAN during… Yes
4.2.1.2 Wireless networks transmitting PAN or connected to the CDE use industry best practices… Yes
4.2.2 PAN is secured with strong cryptography whenever it is sent via end-user messaging technologies Yes

Requirement 5: Protect All Systems and Networks from Malicious Software

Requirement overview · 13 controls

5.1

Control What it requires Guidance
5.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 5… Yes
5.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 5 are documented, assigned… Yes

5.2

Control What it requires Guidance
5.2.1 An anti-malware solution(s) is deployed on all system components… Yes
5.2.2 The deployed anti-malware solution(s)… Yes
5.2.3 Any system components that are not at risk for malware are evaluated periodically… Yes
5.2.3.1 The frequency of periodic evaluations of system components identified as not at risk… Yes

5.3

Control What it requires Guidance
5.3.1 The anti-malware solution(s) is kept current via automatic updates Yes
5.3.2 The anti-malware solution(s)… Yes
5.3.2.1 If periodic malware scans are performed to meet Requirement 5.3.2… Yes
5.3.3 For removable electronic media, the anti-malware solution(s)… Yes
5.3.4 Audit logs for the anti-malware solution(s) are enabled and retained in accordance… Yes
5.3.5 Anti-malware mechanisms cannot be disabled or altered by users, unless specifically documented… Yes

5.4

Control What it requires Guidance
5.4.1 Processes and automated mechanisms are in place to detect and protect personnel against… Yes

Requirement 6: Develop and Maintain Secure Systems and Software

Requirement overview · 19 controls

6.1

Control What it requires Guidance
6.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 6… Yes
6.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 6 are documented, assigned… Yes

6.2

Control What it requires Guidance
6.2.1 Bespoke and custom software are developed securely… Yes
6.2.2 Software development personnel working on bespoke and custom software are trained at least once… Yes
6.2.3 Bespoke and custom software is reviewed prior to being released into production… Yes
6.2.3.1 If manual code reviews are performed for bespoke and custom software prior to release… Yes
6.2.4 Software engineering techniques or other methods are defined and in use by software development… Yes

6.3

Control What it requires Guidance
6.3.1 Security vulnerabilities are identified and managed… Yes
6.3.2 An inventory of bespoke and custom software, and third-party software components incorporated… Yes
6.3.3 All system components are protected from known vulnerabilities by installing applicable… Yes

6.4

Control What it requires Guidance
6.4.1 For public-facing web applications, new threats and vulnerabilities are addressed on an ongoing… Yes
6.4.2 For public-facing web applications, an automated technical solution is deployed… Yes
6.4.3 All payment page scripts that are loaded and executed in the consumer’s browser… Yes

6.5

Control What it requires Guidance
6.5.1 Changes to all system components in the production environment are made according… Yes
6.5.2 Upon completion of a significant change, all applicable PCI DSS requirements are confirmed… Yes
6.5.3 Pre-production environments are separated from production environments and the separation… Yes
6.5.4 Roles and functions are separated between production and pre-production environments to provide… Yes
6.5.5 Live PANs are not used in pre-production environments… Yes
6.5.6 Test data and test accounts are removed from system components before the system goes into… Yes

Requirement 7: Restrict Access to System Components and Cardholder Data by Business Need to Know

Requirement overview · 12 controls

7.1

Control What it requires Guidance
7.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 7… Yes
7.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 7 are documented, assigned… Yes

7.2

Control What it requires Guidance
7.2.1 An access control model is defined and includes granting access… Yes
7.2.2 Access is assigned to users, including privileged users, based… Yes
7.2.3 Required privileges are approved by authorized personnel Yes
7.2.4 All user accounts and related access privileges, including third-party/vendor accounts… Yes
7.2.5 All application and system accounts and related access privileges are assigned and managed… Yes
7.2.5.1 All access by application and system accounts and related access privileges are reviewed… Yes
7.2.6 All user access to query repositories of stored cardholder data is restricted… Yes

7.3

Control What it requires Guidance
7.3.1 An access control system(s) is in place that restricts access based on a user’s need to know… Yes
7.3.2 The access control system(s) is configured to enforce permissions assigned to individuals… Yes
7.3.3 The access control system(s) is set to “deny all” by default Yes

Requirement 8: Identify Users and Authenticate Access to System Components

Requirement overview · 29 controls

8.1

Control What it requires Guidance
8.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 8… Yes
8.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 8 are documented, assigned… Yes

8.2

Control What it requires Guidance
8.2.1 All users are assigned a unique ID before access to system components or cardholder data… Yes
8.2.2 Group, shared, or generic IDs, or other shared authentication credentials are only used… Yes
8.2.3 Service providers with remote access to customer premises use unique authentication factors… Yes
8.2.4 Addition, deletion, and modification of user IDs, authentication factors… Yes
8.2.5 Access for terminated users is immediately revoked Yes
8.2.6 Inactive user accounts are removed or disabled within 90 days of inactivity Yes
8.2.7 Accounts used by third parties to access, support… Yes
8.2.8 If a user session has been idle for more than 15 minutes… Yes

8.3

Control What it requires Guidance
8.3.1 All user access to system components for users and administrators is authenticated via at least… Yes
8.3.2 Strong cryptography is used to render all authentication factors unreadable during transmission… Yes
8.3.3 User identity is verified before modifying any authentication factor Yes
8.3.4 Invalid authentication attempts are limited… Yes
8.3.5 If passwords/passphrases are used as authentication factors to meet Requirement 8.3.1, they are set and reset for each user… Yes
8.3.6 If passwords/passphrases are used as authentication factors to meet Requirement 8.3.1, they meet the following minimum level of complexity… Yes
8.3.7 Individuals are not allowed to submit a new password/passphrase that is the same as any… Yes
8.3.8 Authentication policies and procedures are documented and communicated to all users… Yes
8.3.9 If passwords/passphrases are used as the only authentication factor for user access… Yes
8.3.10 Service providers: If passwords/passphrases are used as the only authentication factor for customer user access to cardholder data (i.e., in any single-factor authentication implementation), then guidance is provided to customer users… Yes
8.3.10.1 Service providers: If passwords/passphrases are used as the only authentication factor for customer user access (i.e., in any single-factor authentication implementation) then either… Yes
8.3.11 Where authentication factors such as physical or logical security tokens, smart cards… Yes

8.4

Control What it requires Guidance
8.4.1 MFA is implemented for all non-console access into the CDE for personnel with administrative… Yes
8.4.2 MFA is implemented for all non-console access into the CDE Yes
8.4.3 MFA is implemented for all remote access originating from outside the entity’s network… Yes

8.5

Control What it requires Guidance
8.5.1 MFA systems… Yes

8.6

Control What it requires Guidance
8.6.1 If accounts used by systems or applications can be used for interactive login, they… Yes
8.6.2 Passwords/passphrases for any application and system accounts that can be used for interactive… Yes
8.6.3 Passwords/passphrases for any application and system accounts are protected against misuse… Yes

Requirement 9: Restrict Physical Access to Cardholder Data

Requirement overview · 26 controls

9.1

Control What it requires Guidance
9.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 9… Yes
9.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 9 are documented, assigned… Yes

9.2

Control What it requires Guidance
9.2.1 Appropriate facility entry controls are in place to restrict physical access to systems… Yes
9.2.1.1 Individual physical access to sensitive areas within the CDE is monitored with either video… Yes
9.2.2 Physical and/or logical controls are implemented to restrict use of publicly accessible network… Yes
9.2.3 Physical access to wireless access points, gateways, networking/communications hardware… Yes
9.2.4 Access to consoles in sensitive areas is restricted via locking when not in use Yes

9.3

Control What it requires Guidance
9.3.1 Procedures are implemented for authorizing and managing physical access of personnel… Yes
9.3.1.1 Physical access to sensitive areas within the CDE for personnel is controlled… Yes
9.3.2 Procedures are implemented for authorizing and managing visitor access to the CDE… Yes
9.3.3 Visitor badges or identification are surrendered or deactivated before visitors leave… Yes
9.3.4 Visitor logs are used to maintain a physical record of visitor activity both within… Yes

9.4

Control What it requires Guidance
9.4.1 All media with cardholder data is physically secured Yes
9.4.1.1 Offline media backups with cardholder data are stored in a secure location Yes
9.4.1.2 The security of the offline media backup location(s) with cardholder data is reviewed at least… Yes
9.4.2 All media with cardholder data is classified in accordance with the sensitivity of the data Yes
9.4.3 Media with cardholder data sent outside the facility is secured… Yes
9.4.4 Management approves all media with cardholder data that is moved outside the facility… Yes
9.4.5 Inventory logs of all electronic media with cardholder data are maintained Yes
9.4.5.1 Inventories of electronic media with cardholder data are conducted at least once every 12 months Yes
9.4.6 Hard-copy materials with cardholder data are destroyed when no longer needed for business… Yes
9.4.7 Electronic media with cardholder data is destroyed when no longer needed for business or legal… Yes

9.5

Control What it requires Guidance
9.5.1 POI devices that capture payment card data via direct physical interaction with the payment… Yes
9.5.1.1 An up-to-date list of POI devices is maintained… Yes
9.5.1.2 POI device surfaces are periodically inspected to detect tampering and unauthorized substitution Yes
9.5.1.3 Training is provided for personnel in POI environments to be aware of attempted tampering… Yes

Requirement 10: Log and Monitor All Access to System Components and Cardholder Data

Requirement overview · 27 controls

10.1

Control What it requires Guidance
10.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 10… Yes
10.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 10 are documented… Yes

10.2

Control What it requires Guidance
10.2.1 Audit logs are enabled and active for all system components and cardholder data Yes
10.2.1.1 Audit logs capture all individual user access to cardholder data Yes
10.2.1.2 Audit logs capture all actions taken by any individual with administrative access… Yes
10.2.1.3 Audit logs capture all access to audit logs Yes
10.2.1.4 Audit logs capture all invalid logical access attempts Yes
10.2.1.5 Audit logs capture all changes to identification and authentication credentials… Yes
10.2.1.6 Audit logs capture… Yes
10.2.1.7 Audit logs capture all creation and deletion of system-level objects Yes
10.2.2 Audit logs record the following details for each auditable event… Yes

10.3

Control What it requires Guidance
10.3.1 Read access to audit logs files is limited to those with a job-related need Yes
10.3.2 Audit log files are protected to prevent modifications by individuals Yes
10.3.3 Audit log files, including those for external-facing technologies… Yes
10.3.4 File integrity monitoring or change-detection mechanisms is used on audit logs to ensure… Yes

10.4

Control What it requires Guidance
10.4.1 The following audit logs are reviewed at least once daily… Yes
10.4.1.1 Automated mechanisms are used to perform audit log reviews Yes
10.4.2 Logs of all other system components (those not specified in Requirement 10.4.1) are reviewed… Yes
10.4.2.1 The frequency of periodic log reviews for all other system components… Yes
10.4.3 Exceptions and anomalies identified during the review process are addressed Yes

10.5

Control What it requires Guidance
10.5.1 Retain audit log history for at least 12 months, with at least the most recent three months… Yes

10.6

Control What it requires Guidance
10.6.1 System clocks and time are synchronized using time-synchronization technology Yes
10.6.2 Systems are configured to the correct and consistent time… Yes
10.6.3 Time synchronization settings and data are protected… Yes

10.7

Control What it requires Guidance
10.7.1 Service providers: Failures of critical security control systems are detected, alerted, and addressed promptly… Yes
10.7.2 Failures of critical security control systems are detected, alerted, and addressed promptly… Yes
10.7.3 Failures of any critical security control systems are responded to promptly… Yes

Requirement 11: Test Security of Systems and Networks Regularly

Requirement overview · 21 controls

11.1

Control What it requires Guidance
11.1.1 All security policies and operational procedures that are identified in Requirement 11… Yes
11.1.2 Roles and responsibilities for performing activities in Requirement 11 are documented… Yes

11.2

Control What it requires Guidance
11.2.1 Authorized and unauthorized wireless access points… Yes
11.2.2 An inventory of authorized wireless access points is maintained… Yes

11.3

Control What it requires Guidance
11.3.1 Internal vulnerability scans… Yes
11.3.1.1 All other applicable vulnerabilities… Yes
11.3.1.2 Internal vulnerability scans are performed via authenticated scanning… Yes
11.3.1.3 Internal vulnerability scans are performed after any significant change… Yes
11.3.2 External vulnerability scans… Yes
11.3.2.1 External vulnerability scans are performed after any significant change… Yes

11.4

Control What it requires Guidance
11.4.1 A penetration testing methodology is defined, documented, and implemented by the entity… Yes
11.4.2 Internal penetration testing is performed… Yes
11.4.3 External penetration testing is performed… Yes
11.4.4 Exploitable vulnerabilities and security weaknesses found during penetration testing… Yes
11.4.5 If segmentation is used to isolate the CDE from other networks… Yes
11.4.6 Service providers: If segmentation is used to isolate the CDE from other networks… Yes
11.4.7 Multi-tenant service providers support their customers for external penetration testing per… Yes

11.5

Control What it requires Guidance
11.5.1 Intrusion-detection and/or intrusion-prevention techniques are used to detect and/or prevent… Yes
11.5.1.1 Service providers: Intrusion-detection and/or intrusion-prevention techniques detect, alert on/prevent… Yes
11.5.2 A change-detection mechanism (for example, file integrity monitoring tools)… Yes

11.6

Control What it requires Guidance
11.6.1 A change- and tamper-detection mechanism… Yes

Requirement 12: Support Information Security with Organizational Policies and Programs

Requirement overview · 37 controls

12.1

Control What it requires Guidance
12.1.1 An overall information security policy… Yes
12.1.2 The information security policy… Yes
12.1.3 The security policy clearly defines information security roles and responsibilities for all… Yes
12.1.4 Responsibility for information security is formally assigned to a Chief Information Security… Yes

12.2

Control What it requires Guidance
12.2.1 Acceptable use policies for end-user technologies are documented and implemented… Yes

12.3

Control What it requires Guidance
12.3.1 For each PCI DSS requirement that specifies completion of a targeted risk analysis… Yes
12.3.2 A targeted risk analysis is performed for each PCI DSS requirement that the entity meets… Yes
12.3.3 Cryptographic cipher suites and protocols in use are documented and reviewed at least once… Yes
12.3.4 Hardware and software technologies in use are reviewed at least once every 12 months… Yes

12.4

Control What it requires Guidance
12.4.1 Service providers: Responsibility is established by executive management for the protection of cardholder data… Yes
12.4.2 Service providers: Reviews are performed at least once every three months to confirm that personnel are performing… Yes
12.4.2.1 Service providers: Reviews conducted in accordance with Requirement 12.4.2 are documented… Yes

12.5

Control What it requires Guidance
12.5.1 An inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS… Yes
12.5.2 PCI DSS scope is documented and confirmed by the entity at least once every 12 months and upon… Yes
12.5.2.1 Service providers: PCI DSS scope is documented and confirmed by the entity at least once every six months and upon… Yes
12.5.3 Service providers: Significant changes to organizational structure result in a documented (internal) review… Yes

12.6

Control What it requires Guidance
12.6.1 A formal security awareness program is implemented to make all personnel aware of the entity’s… Yes
12.6.2 The security awareness program… Yes
12.6.3 Personnel receive security awareness training… Yes
12.6.3.1 Security awareness training includes awareness of threats and vulnerabilities that could impact… Yes
12.6.3.2 Security awareness training includes awareness about the acceptable use of end-user… Yes

12.7

Control What it requires Guidance
12.7.1 Potential personnel who will have access to the CDE are screened… Yes

12.8

Control What it requires Guidance
12.8.1 A list of all third-party service providers (TPSPs) with which account data is shared… Yes
12.8.2 Written agreements with TPSPs are maintained… Yes
12.8.3 An established process is implemented for engaging TPSPs… Yes
12.8.4 A program is implemented to monitor TPSPs’ PCI DSS compliance status at least once every 12… Yes
12.8.5 Information is maintained about which PCI DSS requirements are managed by each TPSP… Yes

12.9

Control What it requires Guidance
12.9.1 Service providers: TPSPs provide written agreements to customers that include acknowledgments that TPSPs… Yes
12.9.2 Service providers: TPSPs support their customers’ requests for information to meet Requirements 12.8.4 and 12.8.5… Yes

12.10

Control What it requires Guidance
12.10.1 An incident response plan exists and is ready to be activated in the event of a suspected… Yes
12.10.2 At least once every 12 months, the security incident response plan… Yes
12.10.3 Specific personnel are designated to be available on a 24/7 basis to respond to suspected… Yes
12.10.4 Personnel responsible for responding to suspected and confirmed security incidents… Yes
12.10.4.1 The frequency of periodic training for incident response personnel is defined in the entity’s… Yes
12.10.5 The security incident response plan includes monitoring and responding to alerts from security… Yes
12.10.6 The security incident response plan is modified and evolved according to lessons learned… Yes
12.10.7 Incident response procedures are in place, to be initiated upon the detection of stored PAN… Yes

Source

Control identifiers, requirement text and testing procedures are reproduced from PCI DSS v4.0.1 (June 2024), ©2006-2024 PCI Security Standards Council, LLC. All rights reserved. Download the standard from the PCI Security Standards Council document library.