PCI DSS v4.0 Arrives

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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.

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.

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, 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.

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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 blog spotlights Jay Turla, Principal Security Consultant, Philippines

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

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

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

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

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

A comprehensive list of myths that are associated with the PCI

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.

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

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

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

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

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

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

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

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

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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.

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.

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

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

Cut Your Business Phone Bill in Half.

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

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

Explains the best practices for truncating PAN data

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

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

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

Examines the legal side of a merchant completing PCI DSS compliance

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

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.

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

Examines how PayPal relates to PCI DSS compliance

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

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

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

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Best practices for improving security awareness in your organizations

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

PCI DSS level 1 assessment bundles to fit your needs.

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.

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.

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

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

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

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

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

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

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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?

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

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

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).

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

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

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 [...]

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