PCIP EXAM 2025/2026 | PAYMENT CARD INDUSTRY
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION WITH 100%
VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. If a payment terminal does not implement SHRED requirements, what
potential risk could arise?
Faster transaction processing times
Improved customer satisfaction
Lower transaction fees
Increased vulnerability to data breaches
2. Describe the role of Token Service Providers (TSP) in the PCI DSS
framework.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are involved in the physical
distribution of payment cards.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are responsible for issuing credit
cards to consumers.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are entities that process credit card
transactions without any security measures.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are responsible for managing and
securing payment tokens to protect cardholder data.
3. Which type of service providers does Appendix A1 specifically address?
Network Security Firms
Payment Processors
,Shared Hosting Providers
Data Storage Services
,4. Why is it important to remove or disable vendor defaults before installing a
system on the network?
To simplify the installation process.
To prevent unauthorized access and ensure the security of
cardholder data.
To enhance system performance.
To comply with PCI DSS requirements only.
5. Describe the significance of the CVSS base score in the context of PCI DSS
compliance for external scans.
A CVSS base score is irrelevant to PCI DSS compliance
requirements.
A CVSS base score of 4 signifies a minor issue that can be ignored.
A CVSS base score below 4 is acceptable for all components.
A CVSS base score of 4 or higher indicates a vulnerability that
must be addressed to maintain compliance during external scans.
6. Merchants with a payment application system connected to the internet
and with no electronic cardholder data storage may be eligible to
complete which SAQ?
SAQ C-VT
SAQ C
SAQ A
SAQ B
, 7. Typical locations where track data may be found include which of the
following?
screenshots and audio recording of telephone-based purchases
databases and application files from e-commerce servers
order forms and receipt used for email-order purchases
databases and log files from point-of-sales terminals
8. What must be done to vendor defaults before installing a system on the
network?
Encrypt cardholder data
Remove or disable all vendor defaults
Install security software
Conduct a security review
9. If a service provider fails to perform the required quarterly security reviews,
what potential consequences could they face regarding PCI DSS
compliance?
Increased risk of data breaches and potential penalties for non-
compliance.
They will automatically be compliant with PCI DSS.
They may receive a commendation for their efforts.
No consequences as long as they perform annual reviews.
10. What is the primary method recommended for protecting cardholder data
transmitted over public networks?
Data Masking
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION WITH 100%
VERIFIED QUESTIONS & ACCURATE ANSWERS
1. If a payment terminal does not implement SHRED requirements, what
potential risk could arise?
Faster transaction processing times
Improved customer satisfaction
Lower transaction fees
Increased vulnerability to data breaches
2. Describe the role of Token Service Providers (TSP) in the PCI DSS
framework.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are involved in the physical
distribution of payment cards.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are responsible for issuing credit
cards to consumers.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are entities that process credit card
transactions without any security measures.
Token Service Providers (TSP) are responsible for managing and
securing payment tokens to protect cardholder data.
3. Which type of service providers does Appendix A1 specifically address?
Network Security Firms
Payment Processors
,Shared Hosting Providers
Data Storage Services
,4. Why is it important to remove or disable vendor defaults before installing a
system on the network?
To simplify the installation process.
To prevent unauthorized access and ensure the security of
cardholder data.
To enhance system performance.
To comply with PCI DSS requirements only.
5. Describe the significance of the CVSS base score in the context of PCI DSS
compliance for external scans.
A CVSS base score is irrelevant to PCI DSS compliance
requirements.
A CVSS base score of 4 signifies a minor issue that can be ignored.
A CVSS base score below 4 is acceptable for all components.
A CVSS base score of 4 or higher indicates a vulnerability that
must be addressed to maintain compliance during external scans.
6. Merchants with a payment application system connected to the internet
and with no electronic cardholder data storage may be eligible to
complete which SAQ?
SAQ C-VT
SAQ C
SAQ A
SAQ B
, 7. Typical locations where track data may be found include which of the
following?
screenshots and audio recording of telephone-based purchases
databases and application files from e-commerce servers
order forms and receipt used for email-order purchases
databases and log files from point-of-sales terminals
8. What must be done to vendor defaults before installing a system on the
network?
Encrypt cardholder data
Remove or disable all vendor defaults
Install security software
Conduct a security review
9. If a service provider fails to perform the required quarterly security reviews,
what potential consequences could they face regarding PCI DSS
compliance?
Increased risk of data breaches and potential penalties for non-
compliance.
They will automatically be compliant with PCI DSS.
They may receive a commendation for their efforts.
No consequences as long as they perform annual reviews.
10. What is the primary method recommended for protecting cardholder data
transmitted over public networks?
Data Masking
