Even PCI DSS-certified payment devices can have hidden vulnerabilities that put transactions and customer data at risk. Our penetration testing services identify and mitigate security gaps in POS terminals, PIN pads, ATMs, and payment peripherals, ensuring robust protection without disrupting operations.
The Challenges of Payment Device Security
Staying compliant with PCI DSS and evolving security standards is a constant challenge, requiring time, resources, and expertise—especially as new threats emerge. Even certified payment devices can contain undetected security flaws, making them potential targets for cyberattacks. Certification alone isn’t enough to guarantee real-world protection.
Strengthening security shouldn’t slow down transactions. The challenge is finding robust security solutions that protect without disrupting seamless payment processing.
How can PCA Cyber Security help you?
PCA Cyber Security, specializes in penetration testing for embedded systems, providing tailored security assessments for POS terminals, PIN pads, ATMs, and peripheral devices.
Even PCI DSS-certified devices can have critical vulnerabilities. Our rigorous testing methodology uncovers hidden risks, ensuring true security beyond certification while maintaining operational efficiency.
Comprehensive Security Assessment of Payment Devices
Our Targets:
- Point of Sale (PoS) terminals
- Peripheral devices
- PIN pads
- ATMs
Real-World Penetration Testing vs PCI DSS
Real-world penetration testing plays a crucial role in supplementing the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) for several reasons. While PCI DSS provides a robust framework for securing card data and includes specifications for regular security assessments, it often focuses on compliance rather than thorough real-world security efficacy. Here's why real-world security testing is essential:
Contact us today to receive a non-binding offer for security testing of your payment device.
Objective of the Service
The PCA Cyber team simulates real-world attack scenarios to expose weaknesses in both hardware and software. This in-depth analysis identifies critical security gaps that require remediation, ultimately strengthening the integrity of transaction systems.
The objective of this service is to uncover and address security vulnerabilities, ensuring that these essential payment processing devices are robust against attacks. It confirms compliance with standards such as PCI DSS, reinforcing security measures and maintaining customer trust. Additionally, it minimizes the risk of financial fraud, damage to brand reputation, and financial losses for device manufacturers, businesses, and financial institutions.
Business Benefits of Payment Device Penetration Testing
Regulatory Compliance and
Customer Trust
By confirming compliance with standards such as PCI DSS, our service reinforces security measures, helping businesses meet necessary regulatory requirements. Strengthened security measures also help maintain and boost customer trust, ensuring clients feel confident in the safety of their transactions.
Cost
Efficiency
Proactively addressing security issues can save significant costs associated with breaches, including legal fees, compensations, and system downtimes.
Enhanced Security &
Risk Mitigation
Our service identifies and addresses security vulnerabilities, ensuring payment processing devices are robust against attacks. This minimizes the risk of financial fraud, preventing damage to brand reputation and reducing potential financial losses for device manufacturers, businesses, and financial institutions.
Client
and Partner Testimonials
We work with a wide range of companies across various industries, such as automotive, energy, financial services, and more.
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Why PCA Cyber Security?
Your security is our mission - safeguarding your critical assets
Proven track record
- 100+ successful international cybersecurity assessment projects
- 50+ vulnerabilities found (2024)
- Uncovered critical vulnerabilities in top automotive brands
Team of Product Security Experts
- Advanced expertise in embedded penetration testing
- Exceptional in-house toolset and personnel (CyberLab, CyberGarage)
- Product-focused Threat Intelligence Platform (TICAP) and monitoring services
Professional Recognition
- TISAX ® (Trusted Information Security Assessment eXchange) accreditation
- Repeated winners of Pwn2Own Automotive (Tokyo, January 2024 and 2025)
- Presented talks at the following conferences like Black Hat Europe, Black Hat Asia, Hexacon, Escar, Hacktivity and more