Heartbleed Also Affects Mobile Apps and Networking
Since Heartbleed went undetected for so long, the scope of compromised information is still unclear, but many online businesses are urging users to change their passwords as a precautionary measure.
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Friendly Fraud Surges in Wake of Ecommerce Security Breaches
Security breaches at large retailers triggered a surge in friendly fraud among consumers, according to dispute mitigation company Chargebacks911, which warns online merchants to prepare themselves with prevention strategies.
Target CIO Resigns after Holiday Security Breach
Target has announced that Beth Jacob, chief information officer, is resigning from her position as part of an “overhaul” of the retailer’s information security and compliance structure. Jacob’s resignation is effective March 5.
Data Breach Affects Target’s 4Q U.S. Sales
What did the major data breach at Target mean for the merchant’s bottom line? It meant fewer consumers shopping at the mass merchant, as well as a $17 million net expense related to the data breach investigation. Target announced Wednesday that sales for its U.S. segment in the fourth-quarter decreased 6.6%.
6 Takeaways from the Target Security Breach
What can businesses and retailers learn from Target security breach? Here are some of key takeaway tips from WatchGuard Technologies’ Director of Security Strategy and Research Corey Nachreiner.
DMA Calls for New Measures to Enhance Data Security
In response to the recent spate of data security breaches on retailers and others, the DMA issued a call to action to all data-driven marketers to recommit to DMA’s long-standing commitment to ensure the security of consumer data.
Retailers Expand their Commitment to Cybersecurity and Data Privacy
New collaborative initiative builds upon retailers’ existing efforts and reflects deep commitment to protecting consumer data.
SecureState Releases Black POS Malware Scanning Tool
SecureState, a management consulting firm specializing in information security, has developed a custom scanning tool that retailers can use to detect Black POS malware, and other similar strains. Black POS is the reported culprit behind recent retail data breaches, and is also known as KAPTOXA, a more advanced version of the original malware.