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

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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

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

This blog spotlights Jay Turla, Principal Security Consultant, Philippines

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

How mobile payment technology impacts your business.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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

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

Explains the difference between PA DSS and PCI DSS

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.

PCI DSS level 1 assessment bundles to fit your needs.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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.

Increase Compliance and add Value for your Small Business Clients.

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.

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

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.

Elevating security standards: A case study on sustaining PCI DSS Level 1 Compliance for Jula Holdings through proactive solutions and robust risk management.

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

Effective Incident Response can Reduce the Impact of Data Breach.

What Do Small Merchants Need to Do to Achieve PCI 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.

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.

Reliable connectivity solutions for every facet of your business.

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

Examines how PayPal relates to PCI DSS compliance

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Reputable information sources for PCI compliance information

Managed Security Services - A Secure, Scalable Network.

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.

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

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

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 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.

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

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

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.

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

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.

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

Outlines 5 best practices to secure your small business

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

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

Explains the real cost of a data breaches

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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 [...]

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

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.

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 [...]

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