PCI-8.3:

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Implement two-factor authentication for remote access to the network by employees, administrators, and third parties. Use technologies such as RADIUS or TACACS with tokens, or VPN with individual certificates.


PCI-8.3: To determine that two-factor authentication is in place for all remote network access, observe an employee (e.g., an administrator) while they connect remotely to the network, and verify that both a password and an additional authentication item (Smart card, token PIN, etc.) are required.



Testing Procedures

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Testing Frequency

Describe testing frequency here.

Evidence Archive Location

Insert hyperlink or location of evidence archive.

Control Stewards Process Narrative

Provide control steward commentary indicating the formal methodology in place.


Control Steward – Jon Doe

Process Illustration

Replace this test by inserting a process diagram, flowchart or other visual representation to illustrate the process narrative as necessary. Include a brief description of the process illustration.

Control Status and Auditors Commentary

The control is effective.


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Status is acceptable.

Control Exception Commentary

Status is acceptable.

Remediation Plan

Remediation is not required at this time.


--Mdpeters 09:16, 1 March 2007 (EST)