PCI SSCPCI DSSCompliance ReportingEASYFree question
What are potential consequences of failing to achieve PCI DSS compliance?
- A.Fines from card brands, increased processing fees, mandatory forensic investigation after breach, and potential loss of card processing ability
- B.Criminal charges against the QSA, increased interchange rates, mandatory re-issuance of cards after breach, and potential loss of the merchant's PCI SSC membership
- C.Fines from the PCI SSC, higher ASV scan prices, mandatory SAQ resubmission, and loss of the merchant's QSA
- D.Loss of the merchant's ISA certification, reduced chargebacks, mandatory retraining, and a public listing by the council
Why A is correct
Non-compliance can result in significant fines, increased transaction fees, mandatory forensic investigations, liability for fraud losses, and potential loss of card processing privileges.
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