Guideline for handling card informations

Hello 👋🏻! at Raven Atlas we are committed to protecting our users' sensitive card information and maintaining the security of our platform. As a merchant or third-party application developer integrating with our platform, we require that you also follow guidelines to ensure the security of your customers' data. This document outlines best practices for handling sensitive card information, including how to securely store and transmit this information.

Guidelines:

1. Encrypt sensitive card information at rest: All sensitive card information, such as cardholder names, card numbers, and expiration dates, must be encrypted when stored on your servers. This encryption should use industry-standard encryption algorithms, such as Advanced Encryption Standard (AES).

2. Secure card information during transmission: Sensitive card information should only be transmitted over secure channels, such as HTTPS, TLSv1 .2 and TLSv1.3. When transmitting data, use the latest encryption protocols and disable outdated encryption methods, such as SSL.

3. Limit access to sensitive card information: Limit access to sensitive card information to only those employees who require it to perform their job duties. Ensure that access controls are in place to prevent unauthorized access to card data.

4. Regularly monitor and audit access to card data: Regularly review access logs to sensitive card information to identify any unauthorized access attempts. Implement processes to quickly detect and respond to potential security breaches.

5. Implement regular security updates and patches: Keep your software and systems up to date with the latest security patches and updates. Vulnerabilities in software can be exploited by attackers to gain unauthorized access to card data.

6. Follow PCI DSS compliance standards: The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) outlines a set of security standards for handling cardholder data. It's important to follow these standards to ensure the security of your customers' card data.

In summary, it's essential to handle sensitive card information with care to ensure the security and privacy of your customers' data. Following these guidelines will help you to securely store and transmit card information and maintain the integrity of your systems. By implementing best practices for handling card information, you can provide your customers with peace of mind that their sensitive information is in good hands.