Keeping payment card data secure is critical. As businesses increasingly rely on digital transactions, compliance with Payment Card Industry (PCI) standards is essential to help safeguard sensitive customer information. Forvis Mazars is proud to announce that we are now a PCI-certified Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV), reinforcing our commitment to helping businesses maintain the highest security standards.
Understanding PCI ASV Testing
An ASV certified by the PCI Security Standards Council (SSC) may perform an external vulnerability scanning process known as PCI ASV. This testing identifies security weaknesses in systems and configurations that could expose cardholder data to potential threats. To remain compliant with PCI Data Security Standard (DSS) requirement 11.3.2, businesses must pass an ASV scan at least quarterly.
Why Is PCI ASV Testing Essential?
Security breaches, financial penalties, and reputational damage can occur from not complying with PCI DSS requirements. ASV scans play a crucial role in maintaining compliance by:
- Helping detect vulnerabilities in externally facing systems that could be exploited by cybercriminals.
- Helping organizations proactively remediate security risks before they become serious threats.
- Making sure businesses adhere to PCI compliance mandates to help protect their operations and their customers’ data.
The Scope of ASV Scanning
ASV scans look for publicly accessible (internet-facing) IP addresses and Fully Qualified Domain Names within an organization’s cardholder data environment. These items include domains used for web servers, mail servers, name-based virtual hosting, and other public-facing hosts that could provide access to sensitive data.
How Forvis Mazars Can Help
Forvis Mazars offers in-depth ASV scanning services as a PCI SSC ASV to help businesses achieve and maintain compliance. Our services include:
- Full-service monthly external vulnerability scans with quarterly ASV-attested scan reports.
- Unlimited self-service external vulnerability scans with quarterly ASV attestation.
- Guidance to help businesses understand, remediate, and maintain compliance with PCI DSS requirements.
Meeting PCI Compliance Requirements
The PCI DSS requires that external vulnerability scans be performed at least once every three months by a certified ASV. In addition, businesses must:
- Resolve any identified vulnerabilities to meet the ASV Program Guide requirements for a passing scan.
- Conduct remediation scans as necessary to confirm that vulnerabilities have been addressed and a passing scan is achieved.
Help Secure Your Business With Support From Forvis Mazars
With Forvis Mazars as your PCI-certified ASV, you gain professionals who can help strengthen your security posture and maintain PCI compliance. Our advanced scanning services and support help businesses stay ahead of evolving threats with robust protection for cardholder data.
Don’t take chances with your payment security—contact Forvis Mazars today to learn how our ASV services can help safeguard your business and enhance compliance.