Vodafone Idea Achieves PCI DSS 4.0 Certification and SOC 2 Type 2 Attestation to Boost Payment Data Security

Mumbai, Maharashtra Sep 14, 2024 (EMWNews.com) – Vodafone Idea (Vi) has successfully earned the PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) 4.0 certification, showing its strong commitment to protecting customer payment data. This certification applies to Vi’s retail stores and payment systems, making sure customer information is safe.

Additionally, Vi has also achieved the SOC 2 Type 2 attestation, further proving its high level of security practices.

The PCI DSS 4.0 standard brings new and tougher rules for protecting payment information, helping to keep consumer data safe from cyber threats. By getting this certification, Vi promises to secure sensitive payment details and reduce the risks of data breaches.

Vi’s stores and payment systems now follow the strict PCI DSS 4.0 security rules. The certification process included a full review of Vi’s payment security systems, making sure they meet all the new requirements.

This achievement makes Vi a leader in payment security within the telecom industry, giving customers the confidence that their transactions, whether in-store or online, are secure.

Jagbir Singh, CTO of Vi, said:

“At Vi, keeping our customers’ data safe is our top priority. Achieving PCI DSS 4.0 shows our commitment to using the best security measures. We are proud to be the first telecom company in India to get this certification, and we will continue to set high standards and invest in the latest security technology.”

Vi worked with VISTA InfoSec, a well-known security consulting firm, to achieve this certification.

Narendra Sahoo, Founder & Director of VISTA InfoSec, said:

“It was a pleasure working with Vi on their PCI DSS 4.0 certification. Their hard work and focus on security made this achievement possible.”

Along with the PCI DSS 4.0 certification, Vi has also received the SOC 2 Type 2 attestation, which further proves that the company has strong systems in place to protect customer data.

VISTA InfoSec congratulates Vodafone Idea for earning both the PCI DSS 4.0 certification and SOC 2 Type 2 attestation.

With these achievements, Vi continues to be a trusted telecom provider, committed to the highest level of security and service in today’s digital world.

About Vodafone Idea

Vodafone Idea Limited is one of the leading telecom service providers in India, offering a wide range of mobile and data services across the country.

About VISTA InfoSec

VISTA InfoSec is a global Information Security Consulting firm with offices based in US, UK, UAE,Singapore and India. We have been in the industry for almost two decades (since 2004) serving clients in securing their IT Infrastructure and assisting them in their Compliance obligations.

Our service offerings include Information Security Consultation, Compliance and Advisory Services. Whether your business is local or global, we can help you meet Regulatory Standards for virtually any market around the globe. For our industry-winning Compliance process and customer-centric approach, we hold extensive global accreditations and recognitions for our services.