PCI DSS and GDPR: Where Card Data Meets Personal Data

Overlap

Access control, encryption, logging, vendor diligence, and IR appear in both programmes.

Differences

• PCI is payment-security prescriptive
• GDPR is personal-data rights and lawful processing
• Breach clocks and authorities differ

Operating model

One evidence library with PCI requirement IDs and GDPR article tags.

How CyberSilo Helps

• Evidence mapping in CyberSilo CSA
• Detection and logging proof with ThreatHawk SIEM
• Advisory scoping — contact CyberSilo

Frequently Asked Questions

Is PAN personal data?

Typically yes when linked to an identifiable person — analyse with counsel.

DSAR for CHD?

Rights apply with security caveats — don't email raw PAN.

Processors?

Payment processors may be processors/controllers depending on facts.

Related Resources

• GDPR hub
• PCI hub