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

In today’s digital landscape, the need for robust cybersecurity practices has never been greater. With the rapid growth of cyber threats and attacks, organizations across all sectors constantly seek ways to bolster their defenses and protect sensitive data.

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

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

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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

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

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.

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

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

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

This blog article covers the details of merchant levels and compliance responsibility for entities who store, process, or transmit cardholder data.

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Explains to merchants how still using Windows XP will affect their PCI DSS compliance

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

Our dedicated team will work with yours to help remediate and plan for the ever changing threat scenarios.

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

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.

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

This blog takes a look at how e-commerce merchants can prepare for full PCI DSS v4.0 compliance, and urges them to work with their web and payment providers to confirm a number of aspects.

Find out how the PCI Security Standard Council’s new Assessor Quality Management submission timelines will affect your organization.

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.

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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

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

PDS Shifts from do-it-yourself to a Managed Service.

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

Backup Internet Continuity and Failover Solution.

Press Release: VikingCloud welcomes Gabe Moynagh as new board advisor

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

How the PCI DSS are assigned to chaining and a franchise relationship

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

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

Business Protection Services

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

VikingCloud today announced CCS Advantage, a first-of-its-kind self-service Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance and cybersecurity program for L4 businesses.

Reputable information sources for PCI compliance information

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.

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

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

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.

Cut Your Business Phone Bill in Half.

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

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

Expert support, streamlined validation and management.

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.

This blog examines how critical proper log management is in cybersecurity and takes a look at the best practices organizations should take when implementing automated log reviews.

How making your data more secure by adhering to PCI guidelines can save your business money

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

Discover why and how to ensure you know who owns what during a cybersecurity incident in this blog article.

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.

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

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

A global technology company didn’t want to wait for a cyberattack to test the strength of its systems. Instead, it hired VikingCloud’s Cyber Threat Unit

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

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

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

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

This blog examines how women, including VikingCloud's Natasja Bolton, are breaking the glass ceiling in payments, fintech, and cybersecurity industries.

Learn more about the highly prevalent and dangerous Distributed Denial of Service attacks on organizations and how you can prevent them.

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.

how can I process credit cards without taking a manual imprint of the card?

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

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

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

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

Examines the legal side of a merchant completing PCI DSS compliance

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.

A month by month plan to follow to complete your PCI DSS compliance

World Class Compliance and Risk Solutions.

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

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

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

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

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

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

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.

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

This blog article discusses how future-dated requirements of PCI DSS v4.0 requirements will affect the use of disk encryption for protecting cardholder data and what organizations need to do to meet compliance requirements.

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

We look at three of the most commonly identified issues when an organization is audited for PCI compliance by an external party. This article also offers some tips to avoid these pitfalls.

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

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

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