Attacks Quote by Kevin Mitnick
“To have transactions made on your web site via credit card, you must be PCI compliant. Businesses make the mistake of thinking that because you passed the requirements and are PCI certified, you are immune to attacks.”
About This Quote
Source Article: Security best practices, 2018
PCI certification does not guarantee immunity; ongoing vigilance is required to protect credit‑card data.
In simple terms: PCI compliance isn’t full protection.
Maintain continuous security monitoring.
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When to use this quote
- e‑commerce sites
- online payments
- small businesses
- large enterprises
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What additional safeguards complement PCI compliance?
- How often should security audits be performed?
Compliance can create a false sense of security, leading to complacency.