Payments Source

OCTOBER 4, 2019

Retailers are decelerating data security spending, even as attacks become more sophisticated and merchants emphasize the types of multi-channel shopping that draws attackers.

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PCI Security Standards

JULY 10, 2024

The PCI Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) has long included requirements for external vulnerability scans conducted by PCI Approved Scanning Vendors (ASVs), and these requirements have also been included in prior versions of some Self-Assessment Questionnaires (SAQs). For PCI DSS v4.x, For PCI DSS v4.x,

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Payments Dive

AUGUST 12, 2019

As criminal activity evolves, the challenge is on for companies to keep pace with the latest data breach threats. Download this infographic from TNS which looks at the challenges organizations are facing when developing and evolving their security plans.

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VISTA InfoSec

OCTOBER 21, 2024

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) can be called as an ally for organizations that deals with large amount of Privacy related data in its core operation. Technical understanding of IT systems and data security measures to ensure appropriate technical controls are in place to safeguard sensitive data.

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VISTA InfoSec

MAY 24, 2024

In an era where digital transactions reign supreme, ensuring the security of payment card data is paramount for businesses. It demonstrates its commitment to security and customer protection, enhancing its reputation as a trustworthy and reliable company. This assessment will help determine the scope of the compliance efforts.

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The Fintech Times

JULY 30, 2024

The cost of data breaches has been on a steady incline for the past decade. However, evidence from IBM , a multinational tech firm, suggests that in the next 10 years, breaches could cost a lot more as we just experienced the highest year-on-year jump in cyber attacks (10 per cent).

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 17, 2018

17) that it has partnered with TokenEx for data security. In a press release , the companies said Bluefin and TokenEx will provide their platform security technologies to each company’s client base, including Bluefin’s PCI-validated P2PE solution for TokenEx clients and TokenEx’s cloud tokenization solution for Bluefin clients.

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Stax

MARCH 4, 2024

To stay ahead of fraud means merchants must understand the threats, use trusted and secure providers, and keep up to date on payment security trends. So, let’s dive into payment security, touching on the basics of what you need to know to ensure secure payments. billion digital wallet users, or 42.6%

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 31, 2023

The PCI DSS Checklist is a crucial first step in securing your business. It’s a tool that helps businesses ensure they’re meeting all the requirements of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). The QSA will review the business’s security measures and access controls, and provide a report on their findings.

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Stax

MARCH 15, 2024

Data protection and security are crucial not just for safeguarding customer information, but for protecting business owners as well. Having and maintaining secure payment systems is integral for protecting yourself and your customers. Enter secure payment systems (SPS). What Are Secure Payment Systems?

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PYMNTS

APRIL 25, 2019

Two consumer websites have settled with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) over allegations that they did not secure consumers’ data, allowing hackers to breach both sites. This led to a security breach that compromised the data of approximately 2.1 Unixiz, Inc.,

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 28, 2024

It is of utmost importance for banks to ensure the safety and security of the cardholders’ data. The Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) compliance 4.0 Protecting stored cardholders’ data. Encryption of cardholder’s data across all networks.

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VISTA InfoSec

APRIL 5, 2024

Furthermore, complementing it with a managed security service provider (MSSP) ensures IT systems are secure and protected from malicious software threats. Data privacy and security Protecting your data and taking preventive measures to keep it away from fraudsters is important in the era of remote work.

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The Fintech Times

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Despite many organisations putting forward a defensive stance that they will never pay out a ransomware attack, research from Cohesity , the AI-powered data and security firm, has revealed that over 97 per cent of UK firms have paid a ransom in the last two years.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 4, 2017

McAfee Labs recently published its 2018 Threats Predictions report , and after a year of high-profile cyberattacks and data breaches, analysts say the threat won’t let up in the new year. If there’s one thing the enterprise has learned this year, it’s that a data breach can happen to any business — including small businesses (SMBs).

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The Paypers

APRIL 19, 2023

France-based technology company Thales has released its ‘2023 Thales Data Threat Report’, showcasing a surge in ransomware attacks and increased risks to data in the cloud.

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CB Insights

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Facebook, Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and Apple (FAMGA) are doubling down on data security. Owning this data puts FAMGA on the front lines in the fight against the theft and exploitation of our personally identifiable information (PII). Effective data security features are critical to securing this information.

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Payments Dive

OCTOBER 17, 2018

This infographic looks at some of the strategic considerations and concerns present today regarding data breach protection, including how time is critical, why some firms do not deploy data security measures and what the biggest threats are. Download your copy now!

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VISTA InfoSec

JULY 5, 2023

Data security has become an essential aspect of our lives and is more crucial than ever before. In the healthcare industry, organizations are entrusted with a plethora of sensitive information, including PHI, PII, and financial data. What is data security in healthcare? million between May 2020 and March 2021.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 20, 2019

In the wake of the Capital One data breach that exposed data tied to 100 million individuals in the United States comes a warning that there really are not any places to hide. Does the Capital One breach portend risks for banks on the Continent? No rest for banks amid the hackers.

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Fintech News

MARCH 10, 2024

In the dynamic landscape of Indonesia’s digital revolution, the exponential growth of digital payments has generated an increased demand for robust mobile app security solutions. As financial institutions navigate the challenges of securing sensitive financial information and user data, a great responsibility emerges to safeguard both.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Multiple lawsuits seeking class action status have been filed in Philadelphia over a data breach at Wawa convenience stores, which affected 850 locations along the East Coast of the U.S., Wawa recently came forward with information that it found malware on its payment processing servers, and that it stopped the breach on Dec.

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VISTA InfoSec

JUNE 3, 2024

Even though the GDPR doesn’t specifically mention passwords, it does require a “high level of protection of personal data.” Data should be handled securely and confidentially to prevent unauthorized access. For all businesses, including small- to medium-sized ones (SMBs), passwords are key to keeping data safe.

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PYMNTS

MARCH 7, 2019

Data privacy and security is becoming a popular political issue, and the latest proof of that came Thursday (March 7) on Capitol Hill. The hearing took place at a time of increasing scrutiny for online privacy and security. firms were falling victim to online attacks, noting that there were 1,200 data breaches in the U.S.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 20, 2018

The French Data Protection Authority said Thursday (Dec. 20) that it fined Uber $460,000 over its 2016 data breach that exposed the data on 57 million customers and drivers across the world. Uber paid hackers to hide the breach for about a year before it was disclosed. fined the ride-hailing company $490,760.

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Payments Source

MARCH 13, 2018

They all disclosed a major data security breach, and they all remain in business despite what happened. As the names pile up — Equifax, Target, Home Depot, TJ Maxx, etc. there's one thing all of these brands have in common.

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Payments Source

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

The Payment Card Industry data security standard applies to organizations of all sizes, but has often been seen as an intro to data security for small-business owners who know more about cooking burgers than securing data.

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Payments Source

JANUARY 6, 2018

Twenty-two trade groups, including seven financial trade groups, sent a letter to House lawmakers calling for new data security standards that would preempt state law.

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CB Insights

SEPTEMBER 27, 2018

Just in the last two years there have been at least three separate data breaches in which at least one billion confidential records were stolen or exposed at once. Enterprise data security needs an upgrade. Since 2017, roughly six billion confidential digital records have been stolen from around the world and counting.

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PYMNTS

MAY 20, 2020

Home Chef, the Chicago-based meal kit and food delivery company, announced a data breach after a hacker sold information on its 8 million customers on a dark web marketplace, according to Bleeping Computer. In response to a request for comment from PYMNTS, Home Chef sent a link to its Q&A page about the breach.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 31, 2018

So far this year (and there’s still one more day), Verizon reported that there have been 2,216 confirmed data breaches across 65 countries. Even more disturbing, perhaps, is that 68 percent of those breaches took months for the breached companies to discover. According to early reports, the data breach impacted 0.5

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Fi911

MARCH 26, 2024

Tokenization is a security measure that swaps sensitive data with a random number or “token.” This token holds no traceable connection to the real data, offering optimal data security for merchants and cardholders alike. Meanwhile, sensitive cardholder data is swapped with a unique, single-use token.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 30, 2017

The latest report from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) and CyberScout finds a worrying trend: 2016 was a record year for data breaches, with businesses emerging as the largest target for hackers by far. Health care entities and government agencies, too, are at risk for their data security.

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 30, 2020

A breach of India’s SpiceJet, one of the country’s biggest independent airlines, exposed the data of more than a million passengers, per a report on Thursday (Jan. 30), citing a security researcher. The breach was supposedly discovered via white-hat or ethical hacking , the security researcher said.

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Payments Source

MAY 30, 2018

We need to rethink how we acquire and manage consumer data, and any business using enterprise software needs to be accountable for how information is being processed, transported or shared, writes Chris Wong, CEO of LifeSite.

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Stax

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

While the news may bring breaking headlines about stolen or lost data from large corporations, every business can take the steps necessary to secure sensitive data. TL;DR PCI compliance is essential because it helps prevent data breaches, ultimately cultivating customer trust. That’s where Stax comes in.

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Stax

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Loss, corruption, improper use, and unwanted access to a company’s data assets can lead to immense negative publicity, which in turn can cause irreparable reputation damage, fines, sanctions, and loss of profits. Moreover, companies need to follow data privacy and compliance requirements to stay in business.

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