QSA_New_V4 Exam Dumps - Qualified Security Assessor V4 Exam

ï‚·Scope of Anti-Malware Requirements

PCI DSS Requirement 5 mandates the use of anti-malware solutions on all in-scope systems unless the system is specifically documented as not being at risk from malware.

Examples of systems not at risk include those using operating systems that do not support anti-malware tools, provided proper justifications and alternative controls are implemented​​.

ï‚·Assessment Considerations

QSAs must verify and document why a system is considered "not at risk."

Systems storing, processing, or transmitting cardholder data or that could impact the CDE are generally in-scope for anti-malware​​.

ï‚·Incorrect Options

Option A: While CDE systems and connected systems require protection, the requirement applies specifically to systems at risk from malware.

Option B: Portable electronic storage is not explicitly called out for universal anti-malware but must be controlled in line with overall security policies.

Option C: Systems storing PAN are only a subset of in-scope systems.

ï‚·Physical Security Requirements:

PCI DSS Requirement 9.1.1 mandates that physical access control systems (like badge readers) must be protected against tampering or disabling to ensure continuous security​​.

ï‚·Current Implementation:

The merchant’s badge access-control system provides essential logging of access events but must also be protected against tampering to comply with PCI DSS.

ï‚·Invalid Options:

B:Video cameras are recommended but not explicitly required if access controls effectively ensure security.

C:Secure deletion of access-control logs is not a PCI DSS requirement; logs must be retained as per retention policies.

D:Motion-sensing alarms are not mandatory under PCI DSS physical security requirements.

ï‚·Definition of Quarterly:

PCI DSS defines "quarterly" as occurring once within each calendar quarter. This means the activity must happen at least once in Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4, with no rigid restrictions on specific days​​.

ï‚·Clarification on Other Options:

B:While 95–97 days approximates a quarter, it is not mandated as a rigid timeframe.

C/D:Fixed dates (e.g., 15th or 1st of specific months) are not prescribed in PCI DSS.

ï‚·PAN Transmission Protection

PCI DSS Requirement 4.1 mandates strong cryptography for PAN during transmission over both public and private wireless networks to prevent unauthorized interception​​.

ï‚·Incorrect Options

Options B and D: PAN protection is not required for private wired networks.

Option C: PAN must be protected during transmission over public wireless networks.