PCI DSS Penetration Testing
Annual penetration testing aligned to PCI DSS requirements for cardholder data environments (CDE) and connected networks.
Overview
White Knight Labs delivers penetration testing designed to meet the annual requirements of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Our assessments provide the evidence you need to demonstrate compliance while giving your team the technical detail required to secure cardholder data environments (CDE).
We perform both external and internal penetration testing, as required by PCI DSS v4.0. Our approach is thorough — testing not only the CDE itself but also the regular network and any systems that connect into or out of the CDE. This ensures complete coverage and compliance with PCI DSS requirements.
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Why PCI DSS Pentesting Matters
- PCI DSS 11.4 requires annual external and internal penetration testing, and after significant changes.
- Segmentation controls must also be tested to confirm isolation of the CDE.
- Testing both CDE and connected networks ensures no uncontrolled pathways exist between in-scope and out-of-scope systems.
- Penetration testing provides proof that vulnerabilities are identified and addressed before attackers can exploit them.
What We Test
- External perimeter and internet-facing assets
- Internal network components within the CDE
- Regular/corporate network components that connect to or from the CDE
- Segmentation controls (confirming isolation of the CDE from out-of-scope systems)
- Web applications and APIs processing payment data
- Authentication, access control, and session management
- Cloud-hosted cardholder systems (AWS, Azure, GCP) where applicable
Deliverables
- Professional PDF penetration testing report (executive summary + technical detail)
- Vulnerability scan results and supporting evidence
- Segmentation testing results (if applicable)
- Proof of exploitation where appropriate
- Clear remediation recommendations with prioritized actions
- Optional retest to validate fixes before QSA submission
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — PCI DSS 11.4 requires penetration testing annually and after significant changes.
Yes — we test segmentation controls to confirm that out-of-scope networks are properly isolated.
Yes — we thoroughly test both the CDE and any regular or corporate networks that connect into or out of the CDE. This ensures complete PCI compliance.
Yes — our reports are formatted for PCI compliance and provide all evidence required by QSAs.
Yes — we test AWS, Azure, and GCP environments that store, process, or transmit cardholder data.
Next Steps
All PCI DSS penetration testing engagements begin with a scoping call to define your cardholder data environment, connected networks, and reporting needs.
White Knight Labs provides penetration testing aligned to PCI DSS v4.0, ensuring both the CDE and connected networks are thoroughly tested for full compliance.
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