You log in to your loyalty account to cash in a year’s worth of points—only to find them wiped clean. No redemptions in your history, no trace of your perks. This isn’t a UX glitch—it’s account takeover (ATO), and it’s not personal. The cybercrime ecosystem isn’t just a place where criminals discuss how to profit…
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The retail and hospitality industries are facing a surge in cyber threats, with ransomware, phishing campaigns, and impersonation scams among the most pressing risks. In 2024 alone, ransomware accounted for 30% of all reported incidents in these sectors, while phishing attacks targeting customer data increased by 22% year-over-year. These threats not only disrupt operations but…
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Modern Authentication is the Word on the Street A few months ago, I attended the RH-ISAC Spring Summit 2024 to discuss all things Identity and Access Management (IAM) with practitioners at companies of all sizes. The best part of these interactions was the pure joy and pride these experts had while talking about their identity…
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Increasingly, retail and hospitality applications are under attack by malicious threat actors exploiting web vulnerabilities. Thankfully, there’s a huge community of talented andtenacious ethical hackers who specialize in the retail and hospitality industries and can bring to your organization’s security. Thousands of the world’s most influential brands — including Hyatt, Beiersdorf, A.S. Watson, Delivery Hero,…
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In today’s digital retail landscape, PCI DSS compliance is not just a regulatory requirement—it’s a critical business imperative. As a seasoned QSA and security consultant with over two and half decades of experience, I’ve witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of data breaches on businesses. Did you know that 60% of small businesses close within six…
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