Category Archives: Software

Identity Theft Arms Race

Remote access has long been touted as one of the most vulnerable practices in retail. Poor security in this area is tantamount to inviting a computer hacker to sit down in your store and asking him to steal your sensitive … More »

What Do You Do After You Become PCI Compliant?

Congratulations!  You took the time to become PCI (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) compliant by accurately filling out your Self-Assessment Questionnaire (SAQ) and passing all the requirements; remediating your location until you internal and external vulnerability scans passed; and training your employees.  Your location … More »

A Hacker Can and Will Target Any Vulnerable System

 There is still a perception by many merchants (most of them small outfits) that hackers could not possibly target them because they are too small. Ten years ago, that might have been a valid point, but the world has changed.

Microsoft Internet Explorer Compromise Highlights POS Issue

The key to good security is more than just technology. It starts with an attitude and culminates in a corporate environment designed to keep sensitive data secure. Of course, technology will be part of the equation as will employee training … More »