CV0-004 Security Practice Question
A company is migrating to AWS and needs to meet PCI DSS compliance. Which THREE of the following should be implemented? (Choose three.)
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Encrypting cardholder data at rest and in transit
PCI DSS requires encryption of cardholder data, regular security testing (like vulnerability scanning), and audit logging. Using default VPC settings may not be secure. Single-factor authentication is insufficient.
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Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Encrypting cardholder data at rest and in transit
Why this is correct
PCI DSS mandates encryption of cardholder data.
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Using single-factor authentication for all administrative access
Why it's wrong here
PCI DSS requires multi-factor authentication.
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Implementing a vulnerability management program
Why this is correct
Regular vulnerability scanning is required.
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Enabling audit logging for all access to cardholder data
Why this is correct
Audit trails are required for PCI DSS.
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Using default VPC settings without changes
Why it's wrong here
Default settings may not meet security requirements.
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