PCI Compliance Scanner
Run certified PCI vulnerability scans with ease. Our scanner is fast, reliable, and 100% ASV-approved by the PCI Security Standards Council.
Meet Your PCI DSS Scanning Requirements
Every business that processes credit cards online or through IP-connected devices must pass PCI vulnerability scans. Our scanner is built to meet PCI DSS standards and generate the reports required by banks and payment processors.
Scanner Features
Everything you need for PCI DSS external vulnerability scanning.
ASV Certified
Approved Scanning Vendor (ASV) certified by the PCI Security Standards Council. Our scan results are officially recognized by all major card brands and payment processors.
Instant Reports
Get detailed compliance reports ready to share with your acquiring bank or payment processor. Download official attestation documents immediately after passing.
Remediation Guidance
Fix any vulnerabilities found with step-by-step remediation support from our team. Clear instructions prioritized by risk level to help you pass quickly.
Unlimited Rescans
Fix issues and rescan at no extra cost until you pass. Most businesses pass within 2-3 attempts with our guided remediation.
Scheduled Scanning
Set up automated quarterly scans to maintain continuous compliance. Get reminders before scans and alerts when results are ready.
Multi-Target Support
Scan multiple IPs, domains, and subdomains from a single dashboard. Perfect for businesses with complex infrastructure.
How the PCI Scanner Works
Get from scan to compliance in four simple steps.
Add Your Targets
Enter the domains or IP addresses that need to be scanned for PCI compliance.
Launch the Scan
Start an on-demand scan or schedule recurring quarterly scans automatically.
Review Results
Get a full vulnerability assessment with prioritized remediation guidance.
Download Report
Submit your official compliance report (AOC) to your processor or acquirer.
What Our Scanner Checks
Comprehensive external vulnerability assessment for PCI DSS compliance.
🔍 Vulnerability Detection
- ✓Known CVEs and security advisories
- ✓Outdated software and missing patches
- ✓Weak encryption and SSL/TLS issues
- ✓Open ports and unnecessary services
- ✓Web application vulnerabilities
🔒 Security Configuration
- ✓Firewall and access control gaps
- ✓Default credentials and weak passwords
- ✓DNS and mail server misconfigurations
- ✓Certificate validity and chain issues
- ✓PCI DSS 4.0 specific requirements
Who Needs PCI Scans?
If you accept credit cards and have internet-facing systems, you likely need ASV scanning.
E-Commerce Sites
Online merchants accepting card payments through websites or apps.
Retail Stores
POS systems using IP-based payment terminals and devices.
SaaS & APIs
Apps and platforms processing or transmitting cardholder data.
Fintechs
Payment processors and financial services requiring quarterly scans.
Not sure if you need ASV scans? Take our free assessment to determine your exact PCI requirements based on how you handle card payments.
Do You Need ASV Scans?
Your SAQ type determines whether quarterly external scans are required.
✅ ASV Scans Required
These SAQ types require quarterly external vulnerability scans:
- SAQ A-EP — E-commerce with website impact on transactions
- SAQ B-IP — IP-connected PTS POI terminals
- SAQ C — Payment application systems
- SAQ C-VT — Virtual terminal (web-based)
- SAQ D — All other merchants and service providers
🚫 ASV Scans Not Required
These SAQ types typically don’t require external scans:
- SAQ A — Fully outsourced card-not-present (e.g., Stripe Checkout)
- SAQ B — Imprint machines or standalone dial-out terminals
- SAQ P2PE — Validated P2PE solution only
Note: Even if not required, many businesses choose to scan as a security best practice.
The PCI Compliance Scanner You Can Trust
A PCI compliance scanner is essential for any business that needs to validate the security of their external-facing systems. At PCICompliance.com, our ASV-certified scanner performs comprehensive vulnerability assessments that meet all PCI DSS requirements and are accepted by payment processors worldwide.
Our PCI vulnerability scanner checks for thousands of known security issues including outdated software, weak encryption, open ports, and misconfigurations that could put cardholder data at risk. When issues are found, we provide clear, prioritized remediation guidance so you can fix problems quickly and rescan at no additional cost.
Whether you’re running an e-commerce website, SaaS platform, or retail POS system, our scanner makes it easy to meet your quarterly PCI scanning obligations. With automated scheduling, instant reports, and unlimited rescans, PCICompliance.com removes the complexity from external vulnerability scanning.
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Our ASV-certified scanner makes it fast and easy to meet your PCI DSS scanning obligations.
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