What does PCI DSS require regarding software development?
A.Software must be developed based on secure coding guidelines and industry best practices
B.Software must be developed under a vendor-specific waterfall model and signed off by the acquirer
C.Developers must be certified by the card brands and listed on a public register held by PCI SSC
D.Source code must be escrowed with the acquirer and audited by the QSA
Why A is correct
PCI DSS Requirement 6 mandates that all software be developed according to secure coding guidelines such as OWASP, with security integrated throughout the development lifecycle.
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Where this fits in the PCI DSS exam
Vulnerability Management
Covers vulnerability management concepts and practices within PCI DSS.
This question belongs to the "Vulnerability Management" domain, which makes up about 15% of the PCI DSS exam.
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