ASV Scans and Penetration Testing Program

Establish a comprehensive security assessment program incorporating Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV) scans and penetration testing to meet PCI DSS requirements and proactively identify security vulnerabilities in the cardholder data environment.

• •Development of security testing strategy and schedule aligned with PCI DSS requirements
• •Selection and implementation of ASV scanning solution
• •Establishment of penetration testing methodology covering network, application, and social engineering
• •Creation of vulnerability management process for findings remediation
• •Implementation of continuous monitoring between formal assessments
• •Development of reporting templates and remediation tracking
• •Integration with change management to trigger assessments for significant changes

• •Implemented quarterly ASV scans with 100% pass rate after initial remediation
• •Established comprehensive penetration testing program covering all aspects of PCI DSS requirements
• •Reduced critical and high vulnerabilities by 85% within first year
• •Decreased average remediation time from 45 days to 12 days
• •Developed automated reporting dashboard for real-time vulnerability status
• •Successfully passed PCI DSS requirement 11 with zero findings during assessment
• •Identified and remediated 3 critical vulnerabilities that bypassed automated scanning
• •Program recognized as best practice by QSA and recommended to other clients

• •Early stakeholder engagement is critical for successful PCI DSS initiatives to ensure buy-in and alignment with business objectives.
• •A risk-based approach to implementation allows for more efficient resource allocation and prioritization of activities.
• •Clear documentation and evidence collection processes are essential for successful PCI DSS assessments.
• •Integration with existing business processes is essential for sustainable compliance programs.
• •Continuous monitoring and testing are key to maintaining compliance between formal assessments.