cyber fraud Archives - Multichannel Merchant

Don’t Be the Next Data Breach Headline This Holiday Season

November 1, 2019 | Chad McDonald

The holiday shopping season is practically upon us, which means savvy consumers are getting ready for the best sales of the year. Unfortunately, they’re not the only ones preparing to take advantage of the season. Learn about the serious threats posed by bad actors like Magecart groups, and what steps you can take now to be protected.

Target, Target Canada, ecommerce, store closings, Canadian retail market, Zellers

Target Confirms Unauthorized Access to Payment Card Data in U.S. Stores

December 19, 2013 | Tim Parry

Target has confirmed it is aware of unauthorized access to payment card data that may have impacted certain guests making credit and debit card purchases in its U.S. stores.

EMV, card not present, CNP fraud, ecommerce fraud, ecommerce fraud prevention, chip-and-pin, chip and pin, ecommerce security, payment security

There’s Nothing Friendly About Chargeback Fraud

December 6, 2013 | Monica Eaton

Fraud is one of the most common reasons cardholders file a chargeback. But within the category of fraud is a concept quite troubling – friendly fraud. Referred to as chargeback fraud or cyber shoplifting, this type of chargeback is difficult to detect and prevent.