PCI-DSS Compliance Checklist

1. Network Security

Implement and maintain a firewall configuration to protect cardholder data
Restrict inbound and outbound traffic to only necessary protocols
Disable direct public access to web form
Use Web Application Firewall (WAF)

2. Data Protection

Encrypt transmission of cardholder data across open, public networks
Use TLS 1.2 or higher for data transmission
Implement strong encryption for stored cardholder data
Mask/truncate card numbers in form displays
Never store full CVV/CVC numbers

3. Vulnerability Management

Use latest secure coding practices
Implement input validation on all form fields
Protect against common web vulnerabilities (XSS, CSRF, SQL Injection)
Perform regular security scans and penetration testing
Keep all systems and software updated with security patches

4. Access Control

Implement unique user IDs for system access
Use multi-factor authentication for admin access
Restrict access to cardholder data on need-to-know basis
Implement role-based access controls
Maintain an access control matrix

5. Form-Specific Security Measures

Use HTTPS for entire form submission process
Implement CAPTCHA to prevent automated submissions
Limit number of submission attempts
Use tokenization for payment processing
Integrate with PCI-compliant payment gateway
Implement secure session management
Add timeout/logout functionality

6. Monitoring and Logging

Log all access and changes to system
Monitor and alert on suspicious activities
Retain log files for at least one year
Implement real-time alerting for potential security incidents

7. Incident Response

Develop and maintain an incident response plan
Create procedures for potential data breach
Establish communication protocols for security events

8. Compliance Documentation

Maintain detailed security policy documentation
Conduct annual PCI-DSS assessment
Keep records of all compliance efforts
Perform quarterly vulnerability scans

9. Third-Party Integrations

Verify PCI-DSS compliance of all payment processors
Ensure secure API integrations
Conduct vendor security assessments
Implement secure vendor management practices

10. Regular Testing and Training

Conduct periodic security awareness training
Perform regular penetration testing
Test incident response procedures annually
Review and update security controls regularly