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

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.

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.

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

Reputable information sources for PCI compliance information

This blog spotlights Jay Turla, Principal Security Consultant, Philippines

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

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

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

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

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

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

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

Backup Internet Continuity and Failover Solution.

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

A month by month plan to follow to complete your 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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

World Class Compliance and Risk Solutions.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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.

Business Protection Services

Learn about the process, key terms used, and the requirements of penetration and segmentation testing to maintain compliance with Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) requirements in this blog article.

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

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.

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

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

IT Brew reporter Billy Hurley delved into potential threats posed by AI following the release of AI Impact's International study that surveyed 2,778 AI researchers.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

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

Examines how PayPal relates to PCI DSS compliance

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

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

Best practices for improving security awareness in your organizations

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

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.

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.

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

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

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

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

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

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

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

3 Best practices to boost cybersecurity and reduce merchant risk.

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.

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