FedRAMP Moderate vs PCI DSS 4.0

What is the difference between FedRAMP Moderate and PCI DSS 4.0?

FedRAMP Moderate is a cloud security framework applying in the United States, with 238 controls across 1 domains. PCI DSS 4.0 is a financial services framework applying in International, with 168 controls across 12 domains. They govern different subjects, so the overlap is limited to the governance requirements they share. The mapping below shows where that is.

FedRAMP Moderate238 controls

PCI DSS 4.0168 controls

Measured coverage between these frameworks

We map controls between these two frameworks in a knowledge graph and have a person review every mapping before it is published. Below is what that review found. The figures are read live from the graph, not written by hand.

FedRAMP Moderate into PCI DSS 4.0

55.4%

138 of 249 PCI DSS 4.0 controls carry evidence from FedRAMP Moderate, leaving 111 to satisfy separately.

454 candidate mappings were examined and 98 were rejected on review, signed off 2026-08-19.

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PCI DSS 4.0 into FedRAMP Moderate

51.1%

165 of 323 FedRAMP Moderate controls carry evidence from PCI DSS 4.0, leaving 158 to satisfy separately.

628 candidate mappings were examined and 349 were rejected on review, signed off 2026-08-19.

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Coverage is directional. Mapping A into B is a different measurement from B into A, because the two standards do not carry the same depth on the same subjects.

Questions people ask about FedRAMP Moderate and PCI DSS 4.0

What is the difference between FedRAMP Moderate and PCI DSS 4.0?

FedRAMP Moderate has 238 controls while PCI DSS 4.0 has 168 controls. Both frameworks address compliance requirements but differ in scope, focus, and applicability. Use our platform to explore the exact control-to-control mappings.

Do I need both FedRAMP Moderate and PCI DSS 4.0?

Whether you need both depends on your industry, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Many organizations implement multiple frameworks simultaneously. Our compliance platform helps you map controls between FedRAMP Moderate and PCI DSS 4.0 so you can identify shared requirements and avoid duplicate effort.

How do FedRAMP Moderate and PCI DSS 4.0 controls map to each other?

Our platform maps controls between FedRAMP Moderate and PCI DSS 4.0 at a granular level. Each mapping shows whether controls are fully aligned, partially aligned, or represent gaps. This helps you prioritize implementation when pursuing both frameworks.

Which framework should I implement first, FedRAMP Moderate or PCI DSS 4.0?

The best starting point depends on your specific regulatory requirements, industry, and customer demands. Consider which framework is most urgently required by your stakeholders or regulators. Use our free compliance platform to run a gap analysis and determine the optimal implementation sequence.

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