MCB Islamic Bank, a leading Islamic bank in Pakistan, has achieved a major security milestone – Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) v3.2.1 compliance certification. Risk Associates, a prominent PCI Qualified Security Assessor (QSA) in Pakistan, awarded the prestigious certification.
The ceremony at MCB Islamic Bank’s Lahore headquarters highlighted the bank’s unwavering commitment to data security, customer protection, and financial integrity. Earning PCI DSS v3.2.1 compliance demonstrates the bank’s adherence to the strongest security standards for handling sensitive cardholder data. This accomplishment significantly bolsters digital banking security in Pakistan.
Mr. Kashif Hassan, QSA and Managing Director of Risk Associates, presented the certificate to MCB Islamic Bank President & CEO, Mr. Zargham Khan Durrani. The presentation acknowledged the bank’s dedication to robust data security practices.
The PCI DSS v3.2.1 standard is internationally recognized as the gold standard for secure payment card information management. It enforces strict security requirements for organizations entrusted with cardholder data, safeguarding it from unauthorized access and breaches.
At the ceremony, Mr. Durrani emphasized the significance of PCI-DSS certification for MCB Islamic Bank. He underlined its role in building customer trust and maintaining the highest security standards. This achievement reaffirms the bank’s commitment to continuous improvement in cybersecurity measures.
Mr. Hassan commended MCB Islamic Bank’s diligence in obtaining the certification. He highlighted it as a significant step towards a more secure digital banking landscape in Pakistan.
Representatives from both MCB Islamic Bank and Risk Associates attended the ceremony. This included key figures from MCB Islamic Bank’s IT, Security, Risk, Digital Banking, and Operations departments.