If your organization handles cardholder data, complying with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI-DSS) is imperative to avoid fines and account blocks. Depending on your role and data interaction level, you may require SAQ A-EP or SAQ D compliance.
PCI-DSS mandates consistent vigilance against evolving threats. One approach involves regular manual or automated vulnerability scans, or installing an automated solution. This helps in identifying and mitigating security gaps, particularly for public-facing web applications. Notably, achieving Requirement 6.6 necessitates a distinct approach from ASVs defined in Requirement 11.2.
Probely offers a seamless path to PCI-DSS compliance by integrating automated scanning into your development workflows and CI/CD pipelines. Scan reports include a dedicated PCI section, detailing compliance status for each requirement. Alternatively, you can generate a PCI-DSS Compliance Report for comprehensive oversight.
Probely helps you meet the following PCI requirements:
4.1 Use strong cryptography and security protocols to safeguard sensitive cardholder data during transmission over public networks
6.2 Ensure that all system components have the latest security patches installed
6.5
6.5.1 Address injection flaws (SQL injection, OS Command injection, XPath, etc)
6.5.4 Address insecure communication flaws
6.5.5 Address improper error handling flaws
6.5.6 Address all “high risk” identified vulnerabilities
6.5.7 Address Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerabilities
6.5.8 Address improper access control flaws
6.5.9 Address Cross-site request forgery (CSRF) flaws
6.5.10 Address Broken authentication and session management flaws
6.6 Review public-facing web applications via automated application vulnerability scanning tools after any change and at least annually.
Here are the GDPR Articles related to Vulnerability Assessment, that Probely can help you with:
Article 32 (p.52) - “Security of Processing”
“… shall implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to ensure a level of security appropriate to the risk, including inter alia as appropriate:”
The ability to ensure the ongoing confidentiality, integrity, availability and resilience of processing systems and services;
a process for regularly testing, assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of technical and organisational measures for ensuring the security of the processing.
Article 39 (p.56) - “Tasks of the data protection office”
The data protection office shall have at least the following tasks:
“To monitor compliance with this regulation…”
If your organization deals with the personal data of European Union (EU) citizens or clients, compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is paramount. GDPR mandates the implementation of appropriate security measures, including regular testing, to safeguard personal data.
For web application and API vendors, GDPR Article 32 specifically emphasizes the need for regular testing and evaluation of security measures. Non-compliance can lead to severe penalties, making it imperative for organizations to prioritize GDPR compliance.
Probely simplifies the process of GDPR compliance by facilitating the deployment of secure web applications and APIs. Through continuous and automated security testing, Probely helps organizations identify vulnerabilities and strengthen their security posture. The accompanying vulnerability scanning reports not only demonstrate compliance to auditors but also assist in effectively mitigating security risks.
Probely offers built-in risk assessment and comprehensive reports, making it easier for your organization to achieve ISO 27001 compliance. ISO 27001 compliance necessitates the development of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) which focuses on managing risks associated with people, processes, and technology. It encompasses safeguarding against external attacks and internal vulnerabilities such as human error. ISMS emphasizes confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information, aligning with ISO 27001 standards.
Furthermore, Probely aids in compliance with GDPR and the Network and Information Systems Regulations (NIS). Annex A 12.6.1 of ISO 27001 emphasizes the importance of developing a robust system to prevent breaches, which Probely supports through its vulnerability assessment and management capabilities.
With Probely, you can conduct thorough assessments of web applications and APIs to identify vulnerabilities and receive actionable guidance on remediation. The platform's vulnerability management feature allows you to assign, re-test, and track the history of each vulnerability, ensuring comprehensive risk mitigation. Integration with CI/CD tools streamlines the security testing process, enabling seamless inclusion into your Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
Once vulnerabilities are identified, Probely provides tailored guidance on addressing them, helping you minimize risks and prevent potential exploitation by malicious actors, in line with control A 12.6.1 Annex 1.
Showcase your web application and API security assessment results to your security auditor using our built-in compliance reports. For example, ISO 27001 requires you to take security best practices into account and to follow a reference framework. For web applications, the most popular reference is OWASP TOP 10. Probely allows you to download an OWASP Top 10 Compliance report.
Scan for over 3000 vulnerabilities including the OWASP Top 10, such as SQL Injections, Cross-site Scripting (XSS) and many more
Save time and money by having a quick automated security tool that will help you continuously scan for vulnerabilities and address them in the early stages of your development
Provide their patients with secure web applications that can securely store electronic protected health information (ePHI)
HIPAA security standards are critical for organizations handling patient healthcare records, ensuring their protection and security. Probely offers a web application vulnerability scanner that facilitates HIPAA vulnerability scanning, aiding organizations in their efforts to achieve compliance with HIPAA regulations.
By leveraging Probely, organizations can automate the scanning process for security vulnerabilities, a requirement under HIPAA's security rule. Additionally, Probely provides detailed guidelines for remediation, enabling organizations to address identified vulnerabilities promptly and enhance the security of their web applications, thereby offering clients a more secure environment for their data.
In essence, Probely serves as a technical safeguard, aligning with the stipulations outlined in the Security Rule of Title II, and assists organizations in fulfilling the requirements mandated by HIPAA.