NISTIR 8374 Ransomware Risk Management: A Cybersecurity Framework Profile

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

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

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.

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.

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

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

PCI DSS level 1 assessment bundles to fit your needs.

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

Explains the best practices for truncating PAN data

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

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.

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 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.

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

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

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

This blog spotlights Jay Turla, Principal Security Consultant, Philippines

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.

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.

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

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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

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

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

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

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.

A comprehensive list of myths that are associated with the PCI

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

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.

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

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

Backup Internet Continuity and Failover Solution.

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

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

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

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

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

Press Release: VikingCloud welcomes Gabe Moynagh as new board advisor

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

Reputable information sources for PCI compliance information

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

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 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.

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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 [...]

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

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

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 [...]

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

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