Security News > 2020 > November > Consumer behaviors and cyber risks of holiday shopping in 2020

While consumers are aware of increased risks and scams via the internet, they still plan to do more shopping online - and earlier - this holiday season, McAfee reveals.

While more than 124 million consumers shopped in-store during the 2019 Black Friday to Cyber Monday holiday weekend, the survey indicates consumers have shifted direction due to global events this year, opening their risk to online threats as they live, work, play, and buy all through their devices.

18% of consumers are even shopping online daily, while 34% shop online 3-5 days a week.

"Many are wondering what this year's holiday season will look like as consumer shopping behaviors continue to evolve and adapt to the challenges faced throughout 2020," said Judith Bitterli, VP of Consumer Marketing, McAfee.

This juxtaposition of increased online activity from both consumers and cybercriminals serves as the perfect catalyst for misdeeds, especially as 36% of consumers note that while they are aware of risks, they plan to increase their holiday online shopping.

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