PCI DSS v4.0 Changes

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

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

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

Backup Internet Continuity and Failover Solution.

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Examines how PayPal relates to PCI DSS compliance

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Explains the best practices for truncating PAN data

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

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

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

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

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.

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

World Class Compliance and Risk Solutions.

VikingCloud today announced THOR AI (Threat Hunting and Orchestrated Response), a first-of-its-kind 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

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.

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

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.

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

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

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

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

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

Press Release: VikingCloud welcomes Gabe Moynagh as new board advisor

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

Examines the legal side of a merchant completing PCI DSS compliance

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

Expert support, streamlined validation and management.

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

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.

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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

Business Protection Services

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

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

This blog spotlights Jay Turla, Principal Security Consultant, Philippines

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

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.

Best practices for improving security awareness in your organizations

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

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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.

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

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

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

3 Best practices to boost cybersecurity and reduce merchant risk.

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 [...]

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

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 [...]

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

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

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