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Latest PCI DSS Standards: Use Third Parties - But at Your Own Risk

Third parties have long been the hidden heroes of the payment card industry, providing specialized, streamlined support to merchants looking to host a website or spin up an app. But that convenience is not without a cost. According to PCI DSS 4.0 compliance standards, although merchants are free to use third parties, the responsibility for any incurred security liability will be all theirs. When a merchant takes on an outside provider, they are taking on their cybersecurity risk as well.

Cybersecurity Threats: What You Need to Know About Piggybacking

In cybersecurity, piggybacking refers to an unauthorized person gaining access to a restricted area or system by exploiting the access privileges of an authorized user, typically by following them or leveraging their credentials, usually without their knowledge or consent.

Why Your CMMC Service Provider Should be Fully FedRAMP Authorized

How Trustwave’s FedRAMP Authorization Removes the Burden of CMMC Federal Compliance from Clients Navigating the labyrinth that is the US federal procurement system, particularly for Defense Industrial Base (DIB) companies, can be difficult. Particularly when these organizations should meet specific cybersecurity compliance standards like Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).

HyperSOC-2o: The Game-Changing, Analyst-Validated Autonomous SOC

IDC, Gartner, and Cyber Research Analyst Francis Odum validate Torq HyperSOC-2o for establishing the important building blocks for achieving the autonomous SOC. The autonomous SOC is here. It is no longer a distant reality, it’s not a pipe dream, and it’s certainly not just another cybersecurity buzzword.

Understanding AWS Cloud Security

When Amazon Web Services (AWS) initially launched in 2006, it offered the first compute, storage, and database cloud service that developers could build on. Over time, AWS became a fundamental cloud service provider as organizations started migrating to the cloud. As one of the three primary cloud services providers, AWS remains integral to most businesses.

How API Security Works

APIs are now the top attack vector, facing 68% more threats per host and 16 times more DDoS traffic than traditional web apps. These findings come from the State of Application Security 2024 report, based on analysis of over 2 billion API attacks blocked by AppTrana WAAP. As APIs become critical to digital transformation, understanding how to secure them—beyond just authentication—is no longer optional.

Building a Learning Culture Through Internal Communication

Creating a learning culture isn't just about providing training. It's about shaping an environment where continuous learning becomes part of everyday work. One of the most overlooked tools in achieving this is internal communication. When communication flows openly within an organization, learning becomes natural. Employees stay informed, feel involved, and are encouraged to share and grow. In this blog, we explore how internal communication can serve as the foundation for a strong, self-sustaining learning culture.

How to Protect Your Contact Center from Cyber Threats in 2025

It's no secret that today's contact centers and call centers aren't just customer service hubs. Many contact centers operate in highly regulated industries, such as finance or healthcare, which means they are constantly dealing with vast amounts of sensitive customer data, including personally identifiable information (PII), confidential business information, and payment details.

Building a Future-Proof Career: The Role of Data in Professional Growth

In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and economic shifts, the ability to future-proof a career has become more critical than ever. Traditional job security no longer exists in the way it once did, as industries undergo significant transformations driven by automation, artificial intelligence, and big data. Professionals who wish to stay relevant must embrace continuous learning, adaptability, and data-driven decision-making. Data is at the core of modern business operations, influencing everything from strategic planning to consumer behavior analysis.

Top 10 External Risk Management Software Solutions in 2025

Your organization’s attack surface extends far beyond your direct control. Exposed cloud assets, vulnerable APIs, and the security posture of your third-party vendors all introduce significant risks. Understanding and managing this external exposure is paramount. Effective External Risk Management (ERM) provides the critical visibility and intelligence needed to proactively address these threats.