- Case Study
Date
March 5, 2025
Client
StyleHaven Retail
Category
Cyber Security
Location
Dallas, TX, USA
StyleHaven Retail needed to secure their POS systems and customer data after a series of cyber incidents. Facing ransomware risks and PCI-DSS compliance gaps, they engaged AlphaTwelve for comprehensive cybersecurity. We provided vulnerability assessments, 24/7 monitoring, penetration testing, and incident response to protect operations and ensure compliance. The goal was to reduce threats by 95% and avoid $150,000 in fines.
Challenge & Solution
Challenge: 15 monthly cyber incidents (e.g., ransomware attempts) disrupted 10% of transactions, and non-compliance risked $150,000 in fines and $3M in revenue loss.
Solution: Deployed AI-driven monitoring, rigorous testing, and PCI-DSS controls with employee training to eliminate vulnerabilities and ensure compliance.
Our Process
Conducted a 4-day vulnerability assessment, identifying 60+ critical gaps (e.g., outdated POS firmware).
Implemented Palo Alto Networks’ Cortex XDR for 24/7 threat detection, blocking 98% of attacks.
Ran bi-monthly penetration tests, simulating ransomware and SQL injection attacks.
Aligned systems with PCI-DSS via tokenization, encryption, and access controls.
Trained 300 staff over 3 weeks on phishing detection and secure transaction protocols.
Developed an incident response plan with 1-hour containment SLAs, tested bi-weekly.
Result Driven
Reduced cyber incidents by 95% (1/month), achieved PCI-DSS compliance, avoided $150,000 in fines, and protected $2.5M in revenue. StyleHaven reported a 30% increase in customer trust and a 10% sales uplift due to enhanced security perception.