PCI DSS Practice Question: What is considered an 'open, public network' in PCI DSS? | CyberCertPrep
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What is considered an 'open, public network' in PCI DSS?
A.Only the internet
B.Only cellular networks
C.Only Wi-Fi networks
D.Networks including the internet, wireless technologies, Bluetooth, cellular technologies, satellite communications, and any network where data can potentially be intercepted
Why D is correct
Open public networks include the internet, wireless, Bluetooth, cellular, satellite, and any network where transmission interception is possible.
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Where this fits in the PCI DSS exam
Encryption
Covers encryption concepts and practices within PCI DSS.
This question belongs to the "Protect Cardholder Data" domain, which makes up about 20% of the PCI DSS exam.
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