Frequently Asked Question
Is phishing-resistant authentication alone acceptable as multi-factor authentication for PCI DSS Requirements 8.4.1 and 8.4.3?
No, phishing-resistant authentication cannot be used without an additional authentication factor to meet Requirements 8.4.1 or 8.4.3 because of the increased risk with these types of access.
Use of phishing-resistant authentication is encouraged and recommended; however, to meet Requirements 8.4.1 and 8.4.3 for MFA, phishing-resistant authentication must be used with another factor (for example, a password, PIN, or biometric).
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May 2025
Article Number: 1596
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