Explains the best practices for truncating PAN data

This blog article will tell you why maintaining ASV scans and performing remediation are crucial.

In this blog article, you will learn the details of when and where an organization needs to implement multifactor authentication to meet PCI compliance requirements.

Discover how Zero Trust architecture can help organizations improve their breach detection and response in this blog article.

This Infographic identifies the actions you can take to help avoid phishing attacks.

The Security Management article by Claire Meyer discusses the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) new requirement for companies to disclose material cybersecurity incidents

Backup Internet Continuity and Failover Solution.

The Techstrong article by VikingCloud Chief Technology Officer, Rick Hutchinson, is focused on the potential “catastrophic” cyber-attacks driven by GenAI

This blog article discusses the advantages of utilizing mapping tools and finding synergies

5 excuses a QSA does not want to hear regarding a merchants PCI DSS compliance

What Do Small Merchants Need to Do to Achieve PCI Compliance?

Patented Cloud-Based URL Monitoring Services that Save Time and Reduce Risk.

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

A comprehensive list of myths that are associated with the PCI

This blog article discusses the differences between ISO27001 and ISO27002 and the situations in which you should choose one versus the other.

To kick off cybersecurity awareness month, we’ve collected a list of websites and resources from around the globe

How a regional health care system leveraged VikingCloud to build a modern security strategy to help reduce new cyber risks

Compliance isn’t optional in the payment card industry—it’s mandatory. That’s why a Latin American-based payment solutions provider relies on VikingCloud’s extensive cybersecurity and compliance expertise to maintain its top-level cyber defense—and PCI compliance status.

A U.S. based Restaurant Management Company chose VikingCloud for security and compliance management

World Class Compliance and Risk Solutions.

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

Learn the best practices of implementing a proactive cybersecurity posture and ensuring your software supply chain remains secure in this blog article.

The Global Association of Risk Professionals article by David Weldon highlights a recent move by the NIST to update its CSF

The Modern Restaurant Management article by VikingCloud Chief Product Officer, Kevin Pierce, discusses how early adoption of A.I. has impacted the restaurant industry

Examines the legal side of a merchant completing PCI DSS compliance

Explains the best practices for merchants who are PCI non-compliant and the next steps they can take

VikingCloud, a leading global provider of cybersecurity and compliance solutions has announced a new client partnership for its

Learn the details of the new Secure Software Framework standard and why your organization needs to switch to the new standard to get assurance that applications being used are validated and protected.

IT Brew’s article by Billy Hurley provides insight into what IT topic will be the most discussed in boardrooms in 2024.

We look at the basics of storing merchant’s PAN and how it can increase your businesses security risk

This blog article summarizes the upcoming changes planned for PCI DSS v4.0 and what your organization needs to do to prepare a migration plan.

With the release of ISO 27002:2022, this blog article summarizes the changes, implications, and impact to your risk treatments if your ISMS is implemented or certified according to ISO27001.

Looks at a POS malware which had low anti-virus detection rates

This blog article details the concept of using the InfoSec color wheel to provide a clearer understanding of where an organization is and should aim to be – in a traditional security maturity model.

The CSO article by Cynthia Brumfield discusses how Artificial intelligence’s power and fast evolution are rapidly altering the cybersecurity landscape

Navigating the Compliance Touchdown: VikingCloud’s Strategic Approach to Safeguarding Financial Transactions and Fan Data in the World of Professional Football.

Explains how merchants need to prepare for the expiration of PTS POI v3

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

Cut Your Business Phone Bill in Half.

Helps readers who are completing PCI compliance whether they are merchants or service providers

Learn the details of Endpoint Detection and Response systems – what they are, what they do, and when organizations should utilize them in this blog article.

This blog discusses the benefits, limitations, and risks of behavioral biometrics.

Learn more about Endpoint Protections Platforms – what they are, how they work, and when they should be utilized in this blog article.

Learn more about quantum computing advances, challenges, and impact on cybersecurity in this blog article.

How a non-profit grocers trade association partnered with VikingCloud to provide leadership and guidance to independent grocer operators and their suppliers to help educate and improve their businesses.

This blog article details the PCI standard compliance requirements for conducting internal vulnerability scans via authenticated scanning.

What do you do when a required software program, recommended by a trusted member of your supply chain, comes inadvertently bundled with sophisticated malware?

VikingCloud, a leading provider of cybersecurity and compliance solutions, can today announce that Michael Aminzade, its VP of

We have compiled a list of best practices from government cyber agencies and regulatory frameworks for organizations to help defend against nation-state backed cyber threats in this blog article.

Examines how basic defenses can prevent breaches and the importance of completing PCI DSS compliance to prevent this

This Infographic identifies types of PII, how cybercriminals use it, and how organizations should protect it.

We explain how you can report a PCI violation and what you need to know before you do so.

We explain whether the PCI DSS guidelines allow for the storage of card data and what you must do if you store this information.

Expert support, streamlined validation and management.

Cybersecurity attacks are increasing and maintaining security is becoming more difficult especially for small IT teams

This blog article, summarizes the published revisions to the PCI DSS v4.0 reporting and validation documents which may affect organizations that have completed a v4.0 assessment using the original reporting and validation documents or are in progress with their v4.0 assessment.

In the blog article, learn about the PCI DSS v4.0 Report on Compliance Template FAQ which identifies the PCI compliance secure payment solutions that can be picked for any requirement.

This blog takes a close look at the work VikingCloud's Cyber Threat Unit carry out and focuses in on Chesley Moodley

What's the difference between an MSP and an MSSP?

Explains what small business owners need to consider when they are selecting a service provider

In this blog article, learn how a Targeted Risk Analysis can help define and design controls to meet security and compliance objectives, and what requirements and situations would warrant its use.

The Value of Powerful, Predictive and Cohesive Cybersecurity Solutions for a Quick Service Restaurant Chain

Elevating security standards: A case study on sustaining PCI DSS Level 1 Compliance for Jula Holdings through proactive solutions and robust risk management.

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

Steps solution providers should take to protect their Payment Card Industry Point-to-Point Encryption investment.

This Cyber Threat Unit Spotlight focuses on Robin Divino Security Tech Lead, Philippines.

PCI DSS requirement 10 causes a lot of fuss, we aim to clear up why this requirement is in place

Learn how using automation can help combat audit fatigue and assist with compliance assessments in this blog article.

Helps merchants understand becoming PC DSS compliance while using a P2PE system

Cyber threats are continually evolving and increasing – this article details 5 steps that organizations can take to cost-effectively find and address critical vulnerabilities in their IT infrastructure.

Learn about ever-changing and increasing cybersecurity threats, what is ransomware, and the benefits of endpoint protection as part of the risk management plan in place for your organization in this blog article.

Axfood, a major grocery company located across Sweden, maintained strict compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) while also ensuring it’s card-not-present security solution was as robust as possible.

Streamlining operations and boosting security. VikingCloud helped a Quick Service Restaurant chain achieve PCI compliance and minimize internet downtime.

The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) has certified one of the largest security vendors in the world,

Discussion on whether ‘Backup service’ businesses need to become PCI compliant

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

TechTarget’s article by Arielle Waldman explores the growing pressure on CISOs for proactive cybersecurity measures in the wake of the SEC’s complaint against software company SolarWinds.

We look at the importance service providers must place on supplying stronger security to their customers

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

What e-commerce merchants need to consider when completing PCI DSS compliance

We explain the differences between internal and external vulnerability scan and why your organization may need both

Discover the new rules regarding cybersecurity risk management, incident disclosure, and ransomware payments being adopted by the SEC in an effort to enhance cybersecurity transparency and accountability for public companies and foreign private investors.

VikingCloud today announced THOR AI (Threat Hunting and Orchestrated Response), a first-of-its-kind generative AI-powered cybersecurity chatbot.

Learn more about PCI Forensic Investigators including qualifications, how to select, when to engage, and avoiding common pitfalls of engagement in this blog article.

This blog article discusses the advantages, disadvantages, and differences of using Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) security technologies.

During Cybersecurity month and year-round, keep your organization safe from cyber threats with our easy guide to the seven most common and dangerous threats.

Learn more about the levels of security maturity, how to raise your business level of maturity, and implementing the appropriate security framework for your business in this blog article.

Learn more about tabletop exercises – simulated cybersecurity incident scenarios, and how they can help reduce security risks to organizations.

TechFinitive delves into the impact of global government efforts against Lockbit, the notorious ransomware syndicate known for its widespread digital extortion campaigns.

Microsoft recently announced that it is ending support for the Windows Server 2003 operating system on July 14, 2015.

Explains why small businesses need to comply with PCI DSS along side it’s costs and benefits.

Both Visa and Mastercard have specific merchant category definitions for all businesses that store, process, or transmit card holder data. PCI DSS compliance requirements vary by merchant level.

Describes how businesses should implement tokenization to reduce their scope when completing PCI DSS compliance.

We discuss the future of ransomware and detail the defense tactics for keeping your organization secure from cybercriminal tact

How VikingCloud’s Cellular Failover Service solves internet connectivity challenges for QSRs — and other multi-location businesses

The InformationWeek article by Carrie Pallardy covers information technology products and services company CDW and their most recent cyberattack by LockBit

Reduce the risk of cardholder data compromise and the scope of your PCI DSS assessment.

This blog article covers the details of ensuring compliance with PCI DSS v4.0 as organizations migrate to the new version and the validation requirements if utilizing third-party service providers.

The TechRadar article by VikingCloud Chief Product Officer, Kevin Pierce, discusses the need for a targeted and company-size-specific cybersecurity plan