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Visa's CISP (Cardholder Information Security Program) and MasterCard's SDP (Site Data Protection) programs are security initiatives that require merchants to safeguard credit card processing data. Visa and MasterCard, along with the other card brands, have adopted common industry security requirements referred to as the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS).
Customers and businesses using electronic forms of payment expect their cardholder data to be stored securely and privately. Chase Paymentech, in partnership with the Card Brands, data security firms and national Issuing Banks, helps educate its merchants on the basics of data security and the mandatory industry requirements around the protection of data throughout the payment transaction process.
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS)
The PCI DSS are summarized below. Detailed standards are available at Visa's Cardholder Information Security Program Tools & FAQ (select PCI Data Security Standard under Document/Resource Downloads).
Build and Maintain a Secure Network
- Install and maintain a firewall configuration to protect data
- Do not use vendor-supplied defaults for system passwords and other security parameters
Protect Cardholder Data
- Protect stored data
- Encrypt transmission of cardholders data sensitive information across public networks
Maintain a Vulnerability Management Program
- Use and regularly update anti-virus software
- Develop and maintain secure systems and applications
Implement Strong Access Control Measures
- Restrict access to data by business need-to-know
- Assign a unique ID to each person with computer access
- Restrict physical access to cardholder data
Regularly Monitor and Test Networks
- Track and monitor all access to network resources and cardholder data
- Regularly test security systems and processes
Maintain an Information Security Policy
- Maintain a policy that addresses information security
For card association updates on data security, visit the Merchant Support Center
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