Official docs outline
10 sections- PCI DSS standard
PCI DSS v4.0.1 requirements and testing procedures.
- Scope and CDE
Cardholder data environment, account data elements (PAN, CVV, track data) and network segmentation.
- Requirements 1 and 2
Network security controls and secure configurations.
- Requirements 3 and 4
Protect stored account data (truncation, hashing, strong cryptography, key management) and encrypt transmission.
- Requirements 5 and 6
Malware protection, secure software development, patching and web application protection.
- Requirements 7 to 9
Need-to-know access, authentication including MFA, and physical access.
- Requirements 10 and 11
Log monitoring, time sync, vulnerability scanning, penetration testing and file integrity monitoring.
- Requirement 12
Security policies, risk assessments, incident response and third-party service provider management.
- Validation and SAQs
Merchant levels, ROC vs SAQ types and attestation of compliance.
- FAQs
Clarifications on scoping, tokenization, cloud and customized approach.
Each section links to the official page. Titles and summaries by Extra Credit; the docs belong to their authors.
Versions and support
5 release lines| Line | Released | Latest | Support |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0.1 | Jun 11, 2024 | — | Supported |
| 4.0 | Mar 31, 2022 | — | Ended Dec 31, 2024 |
| 3.2.1 | May 1, 2018 | — | Ended Mar 31, 2024 |
| 3.2 | Apr 1, 2016 | — | Ended Dec 31, 2018 |
| 3.1 | Apr 1, 2015 | — | Ended Oct 31, 2016 |
Source: endoflife.date