All cyber insurance carriers require the insured to be PCI compliant in-order to underwrite the policy.
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Possibility. Many merchant services providers charge higher fees and/or penalties for not being PCI compliant. One note specific to the Ace Bankcard Program and this PCI compliance topic: you are not paying any extra fines […]
The leading password management tools employ the strongest encryption protocols available and are probably aren’t a likely attack vector for hackers. DilSe.IT delivers a Password Vault in our Hosted Business Services offering. The underlying software […]
Epicor Eagle’s high security password feature requires a password to be at least 7 characters long consisting of letters and numbers. It also enforces passwords to be changed at least every 90 days. And, it […]
From an Epicor Eagle perspective there is no reason you should not upgrade to Windows 11 Pro. In fact, Microsoft has announced the end-of-support for Windows 10 Pro as of October 14, 2025. You should […]
A password manager is a great solution for more senior employees who have to remember lots of passwords. A tip for more junior employees is to use “passphrases” instead of passwords, for example: “ILoveToMixPaintDaily”. Good […]
A credit card skimmer can be installed in < 1 minute. Be aware of how all of your point-of-interaction devices (signature capture pads) look, inspect them daily, be suspicious of anything that looks unusual.
No. Store-owned devices should only be used for work-related tasks. Personal use, such as checking email or social media, increases the risk of malware and phishing attacks that could compromise the store’s systems.
No. Even just plugging your phone into a store computer can introduce malware or create an entry point for hackers. Always use designated charging areas for personal devices
Use strong, unique passwords for every account. Avoid common words or personal details. A good password might look like this: IL0veT0M!xPa!nt. Better yet, use a password manager approved by your store’s IT provider.