Security & Fraud

Security & Fraud
Hackers Trade Identity Data Like Baseball Cards
November 04, 2016

With major data breaches on the rise, it’s no surprise cybercriminals have access to more than enough compromised data. From a person’s payment information to their mother’s maiden name, hackers have everything they need to pose a legitimate customers and keep perpetrating fraud. In this...

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Retail IT Professionals Overconfident About Ability To Stop Attack
November 04, 2016

Tripwire, a provider of security and compliance solutions for enterprises and industrial organizations, announced Thursday (Nov. 3) a new study that shows retail IT professionals were overconfident in their ability to collect data needed to identify and stop a cyberattack. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Ubisoft Launches Microsite To Show The Darker Side Of Selfies
November 04, 2016

Selfies can be embarrassing and annoying, depending on who you ask, but they can also be a treasure trove of information for hackers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

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Smart Lightbulbs Are Prime Hacker Targets
November 04, 2016

Hackers love the IoT. It’s a match made in cyber-Heaven. The New York Times reported that smart lightbulbs, of all things, could be a major target for hackers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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The Hack That Breaks 1 Billion Androids
November 04, 2016

Forbes reported that researchers in Hong Kong have discovered a vulnerability in 41 percent of the 600 most popular U.S. and Chinese Android apps, leaving 1 billion accounts at risk. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Security Experts Agree, America Is Not Ready For A Cyberattack
November 03, 2016

Some unsettling news this morning about how America would fare in a potential future cyberattack. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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How Digital Security Could Decide The Presidency
November 03, 2016

Recent hacks surrounding next week’s election have exposed some serious risks in how most people and companies protect themselves online.

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Grandma Scam Culprits Caught
November 02, 2016

Courthouse News Service reported that the San Diego DA’s office has helped take down an international fraud scheme that targeted seniors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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UK To Spend Close To £2 Billion To Fight Cyberattacks
November 02, 2016

The U.K. government is reportedly gearing up to spend close to £2 billion over the course of the next five years to fight the growing number of cyberattacks in the country. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...