PCI-DSS v4.0 AWS Compliance Check
Required for all companies processing credit card data. 198 checks, 1,669 requirements
Framework overview
PCI-DSS v4.0
PCI-DSS v4.0 (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) applies to every organization that stores, processes, or transmits credit card data. The standard spans 1,669 requirements across 12 categories: network segmentation, encryption in transit, access control, vulnerability management, and more. Non-compliance can result in fines, increased transaction fees, or loss of card processing privileges.
Who needs this
Relevant for
E-commerce, financial services, payment providers, SaaS with payment processing
What the scan checks
Example check areas
Network segmentation, encryption in transit, access control, logging & monitoring, vulnerability management
Frequently asked questions
Who needs PCI-DSS compliance on AWS?
Any organization that stores, processes, or transmits credit card data. E-commerce platforms, payment providers, financial services companies, and SaaS products with billing functionality all fall under PCI-DSS scope.
What does the PCI-DSS scan cover?
198 controls covering network segmentation, encryption in transit, access control, logging, monitoring, and vulnerability management. The scan flags misconfigurations that a QSA would catch during a formal audit.
Does the scan replace a PCI-DSS audit?
No. Formal PCI-DSS certification requires a Qualified Security Assessor. The scan surfaces technical gaps in your AWS configuration so you can fix them before the assessor arrives. Fewer surprises during the audit means faster certification.