The Pandemic Opening Up Gaps

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

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

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

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

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

Business Protection Services

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

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

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

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

World Class Compliance and Risk Solutions.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

This blog spotlights Jay Turla, Principal Security Consultant, Philippines

Press Release: VikingCloud welcomes Gabe Moynagh as new board advisor

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Backup Internet Continuity and Failover Solution.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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

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

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

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

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

Best practices for improving security awareness in your 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.

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.

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

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.

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

Cut Your Business Phone Bill in Half.

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.

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

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.

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.

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 the best practices for truncating PAN data

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

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.

Reputable information sources for PCI compliance information

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

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

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.

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

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.

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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

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

PCI DSS level 1 assessment bundles to fit your needs.

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

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

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

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

Expert support, streamlined validation and management.

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

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.

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.

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

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

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).

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