Security News > 2020 > November > ThreatList: Cyber Monday Looms – But Shoppers Oblivious to Top Retail Threats

Despite being concerned about the security risks behind online shopping, consumers lack knowledge about some of the biggest retail risks - with more than half unaware of digital credit-card skimming threats posed by the Magecart group.

According to the research, 85 percent are at least mildly concerned about their personal information being compromised when shopping through a website or browser; while 88 percent of shoppers are at least mildly concerned about the safety of mobile apps for retail purposes.

In addition to avoiding manually entering their payment details online, shoppers should also be alert to deceptive domains, said researchers.

Various researchers and security agencies are warning consumers to beware of scams, phishing attacks and other cybersecurity threats ahead of shopping bonanzas like Black Friday and Cyber Monday, with the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency cautioning shoppers in an advisory this week.

"With more commerce occurring online this year, and with the holiday season upon us, CISA reminds shoppers to remain vigilant," according to the Tuesday alert.

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