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This is a guest post from Keragon, a healthcare platform that specializes in building HIPAA-compliant automations without code.

With the launch of Spectre AI in the SecurityMetrics Partner+ portal, you can scan the e-commerce websites of non-compliant and unenrolled merchants within your portfolio to identify those at the greatest risk of a security breach.

Small business owners have to save money wherever they can. But when it comes to cybersecurity, cheaping out on your PCI compliance software can actually end up costing you more.

With the major update of PCI DSS v4.0.1, businesses are facing a fundamental shift in how they need to approach payment security.

Here are my top PCI resources for small businesses, based on what your business needs help with.

Read this blog to discover the top five most important questions to ask a potential pentest firm and why each question is vital to your success.

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Read more to hear expert advice from VP of Enterprise Sales Jason Leland about the pros and cons of renewal, how to evaluate your first experience, and what to establish for a successful, long-term partnership.

Most acquirers know their current PCI program isn’t working as well as it should. Knowing the cause of the problem is key.

Read this blog to discover what determines the cost of a penetration test, what cheaper and more expensive penetration tests include, which fit your needs, and the major red flags to avoid.

Explore this blog to get direct quotes from Mark about his experience working with SecurityMetrics, why Western Reserve chose to become HITRUST certified, and what you should look for in a HITRUST partner.

Let's break down the real costs you can expect for PCI compliance software in 2026 for SMBs.

Read this blog to get answers from a QSA on what affects the cost of a PCI level one audit, what hidden fees might exist, and what you can do to get a more accurate quote.

A breach doesn’t have to be the end of the world (or your business). How you respond matters more than what happened.

Read this blog, based on the podcast “PCI DSS 4.0: One Organization’s Experience,” to learn how Martin tackled common PCI challenges, found new solutions, and discovered that PCI doesn’t have to be a solitary effort.

We asked two of our senior security experts—Garrett Adler (Senior Pen Tester) and Terrill Thorn (Director of Pen Testing)—to walk through how companies like yours can squeeze the absolute most value out of their pen test.

Read to learn who the top QSAs are for higher education, what they do best, their pricing, what their customers are saying, and more.

While it’s challenging to compile an exhaustive list of potential problems universities face when selecting a PCI QSA, here are the top issues I’ve identified that universities commonly encounter.

We understand that pursuing HITRUST validation can seem daunting, but with the right approach and the right partners, it's entirely achievable.

This blog post will guide you through the intricate world of PCI compliance in a university setting, drawing insights from industry experts.

Here’s my definitive ranking of top HITRUST providers, what they offer, who they’re best for, and projected costs.

Read this blog to discover how you can use the new HITRUST Price Range Calculator to get an estimate of your HITRUST cost.

As of March 31, 2025, PCI DSS v4.0.1 is live with new, updated, and altered requirements.

In this blog, you will learn what attacks networks are experiencing and how SecurityMetrics Pulse can detect these threats ahead of time, so you have the knowledge you need to defend your business.

Read this blog to discover which cybersecurity training course you should take in 2025 to level up your cybersecurity know-how.