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

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

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

Explains what a qualified integrator and reseller and why you may need one.

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

Best practices for improving security awareness in your organizations

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

The Total Retail article discusses the need to understand how cybercriminals are using AI to infiltrate systems, where common exposure points are located, and how to assess the supply chain for vulnerabilities.

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

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

This blog article discusses the PCI SSC Summary of Changes document - a supplement to the new release of PCI DSS v4.0.

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.

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 article provides best practices for making sure your penetration testing strategy and framework is successful and compliant.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

This blog article provides a definition and explanation of differences in the PCI DSS v4.0 approaches for implementing and validating requirements – the defined approach and the customized approach.

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

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.

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

This blog article takes a comparative look at the differences in the PCI SSC Self-Assessment Questionnaires

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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

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

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.

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

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

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

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.

For cybersecurity awareness months, this blog article takes a deep dive into phishing emails

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

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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.

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

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

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

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

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

Does introducing EMV to your business environment make you PCI compliant?

Reputable information sources for PCI compliance information

Examines the legal side of a merchant completing PCI DSS compliance

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

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

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

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

Press Release: VikingCloud welcomes Gabe Moynagh as new board advisor

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

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

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

Additional insight on VikingCloud’s first-of-its-kind,patent-pending, generative AI-powered cybersecurity chatbot.

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

PCI DSS level 1 assessment bundles to fit your needs.

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

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

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

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

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

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

The Digital Commerce 360 article by Abbas Haleem discusses three recent cyberattacks on Staples, 23andME, and Henry Schein

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

VikingCloud a leading provider of cybersecurity and compliance solutions, today announces the appointment of Jim Burke as chief

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

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

Examines how PayPal relates to PCI DSS compliance

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

IT Brew’s article by Billy Hurley sheds light on ransomware threat actors’ evolving tactics that rely on more advanced financial and legal expertise.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

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

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.

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.

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.

How do customers come to decision of which business they do and do not share their personal and financial data with.

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.