Vienna, VA (October 22, 2024) – The Retail and Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) has recently introduced a groundbreaking program called LinkSECURE, designed to enhance the cybersecurity capabilities of vendors and alleviate concerns regarding supply chain cybersecurity vulnerabilities.

The primary objective of the LinkSECURE program is to diminish third-party risk for RH-ISAC member companies by fortifying the cybersecurity measures of their suppliers. This initiative underscores RH-ISAC’s unwavering dedication to enhancing cybersecurity practices across the expansive retail and hospitality landscape.

Participants in the LinkSECURE program will collaborate closely with dedicated support managers to implement essential security controls. Furthermore, the program will feature virtual meetings, educational sessions covering cybersecurity fundamentals, and informative briefings on notable sector incidents, both individually and in group settings.

Several key points underscore the importance of this innovative program:

1. Offers a structured approach to implementing a prioritized set of safeguards to mitigate prevalent cyberattacks effectively.

2. Guides businesses towards maturity in their cybersecurity programs, ensuring comprehensive protection against potential threats.

3. Provides users with access to a diverse range of RH-ISAC resources tailored to their respective sectors, including threat intelligence, research and reporting, collaborative endeavors within member groups, and resources from strategic partner organizations.

Luke Vander Linden, the Vice President of Membership and Marketing at RH-ISAC, expressed his enthusiasm for the program’s potential impact, stating, “The LinkSECURE program sets a new benchmark in preparing our industry to counter escalating cybersecurity threats.”

Initially, the program will be extended to vendors of RH-ISAC’s Core Members. However, small to mid-sized retailers who express interest in participating will also be considered for inclusion.

For additional information on RH-ISAC and the LinkSECURE program, interested parties are encouraged to visit rhisac.org/linkSECURE.

ABOUT RH-ISAC

The Retail & Hospitality Information Sharing and Analysis Center (RH-ISAC) is a trusted platform for sharing sector-specific cybersecurity intelligence and information. RH-ISAC facilitates collaboration among information security teams at strategic, operational, and tactical levels, enabling them to address challenges, exchange best practices, and benchmark their efforts with industry peers. By fostering cooperation, RH-ISAC aims to bolster security within consumer-focused industries. The organization caters to various sectors, including retailers, restaurants, hotels, gaming establishments, food retailers, consumer product companies, and other businesses that cater to consumers. To learn more, visit www.rhisac.org.

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