Business Continuity Planning and Real Risk Scenarios

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

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

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

This blog discusses the upcoming changes and improvements in the new Common Vulnerability Scoring System (CVSS) version 4.0 and VikingCloud’s adoption plans for use in its penetration testing.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Best practices for improving security awareness in your organizations

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

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.

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

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.

Backup Internet Continuity and Failover Solution.

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

Reputable information sources for PCI compliance information

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

The Digital Commerce 360article covers the recent disclosure to the SEC by VF Corp. regarding the unauthorized occurrences on their IT systems as well as discusses similar cyberattacks on other organizations.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Expert support, streamlined validation and management.

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

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

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.

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, disadvantages, and differences of using Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) security technologies.

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 spotlights Jay Turla, Principal Security Consultant, Philippines

Explains the best practices for truncating PAN data

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

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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

Examines how PayPal relates to PCI DSS compliance

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

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

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

Press Release: VikingCloud welcomes Gabe Moynagh as new board advisor

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

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.

Learn how using automation can help combat audit fatigue and assist with compliance assessments 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

Examines the legal side of a merchant completing PCI DSS compliance

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.

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.

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

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

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.

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

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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

World Class Compliance and Risk Solutions.

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

Whether it be vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, red teaming, purple teaming, patch management or even secure [...]

3 Best practices to boost cybersecurity and reduce merchant risk.

The rapid adoption of Generative AI is proving to be both opportunistic & challenging for security & risk management [...]

This eBook explores key topics related to your preparations for PCI DSS v4.0 including assessment scoping, third-party [...]

This eBook provides a review of what has been published and what has changed in regard to PCI DSS v4.0.

Exploring the changes introduced with version 4.0 and the PCI Data Security Standard (DSS).

As cyber threats begin to grow, organizations must continually implement more sophisticated and efficient measures to [...]

During this webinar, Michael Aminzade and Troy Leach discuss the impact of PCI DSS v4.0 on large organizations.

In this eBook we examine the impact of PCI DSS v4.0 on Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs).

VikingCloud is the leading Predict-to-Prevent cybersecurity and compliance company, offering businesses a single, integrated so

VikingCloud is the leading Predict-to-Prevent cybersecurity and compliance company, offering businesses a single, integrated so

VikingCloud is the leading Predict-to-Prevent cybersecurity and compliance company, offering businesses a single, integrated so

VikingCloud is the leading Predict-to-Prevent cybersecurity and compliance company, offering businesses a single, integrated so