ValueMentor PCI Penetration Testing is a specialized cybersecurity assessment service designed to evaluate the security of organizations' Cardholder Data Environment (CDE) and related systems. The service simulates real-world cyberattacks to identify vulnerabilities that could be exploited by malicious actors. The service helps organizations meet PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliance requirements through various testing methodologies. It specifically targets CDE security, including applications, networks, and payment infrastructures. The service includes multiple testing types: - PCI ASV scanning for publicly exposed systems - Segmentation testing to verify CDE isolation - External penetration testing for externally facing systems - Internal penetration testing to simulate insider threats - Quarterly internal vulnerability scans - Quarterly wireless network analysis The testing process follows a structured approach: defining scope, reconnaissance, security assessment and exploitation, detailed reporting, and re-testing for compliance verification. After remediation, the service provides clean reports to help maintain PCI DSS compliance. The service addresses PCI DSS Requirements 11.1, 11.2, 11.3.1, and 11.3.2, conducting assessments annually, biannually for service providers, or after significant changes to the CDE.