Security News > 2021 > February > Protecting Sensitive Cardholder Data in Today’s Hyper-Connected World

Target paid the largest data breach settlement in history back in 2017, after hackers obtained confidential payment information of more than 41 million customers.

Merchants dealing with sensitive data submitted online such as credit card payment information will want to protect their business from potential POS system intrusions.

Lightspeed POS uses end-to-end encryption, certified firmware and common security practices like two-factor authentication as extra security layers for sensitive customer data.

As a result, the entire payment ecosystem is secure and retailers are equipped to eliminate any vulnerable points during the customer's payment process.

Having an SSL certificate on one's website means the sensitive data consumers share with a retail company is virtually invisible to cybercriminals.

Whether a company is digitally experienced or just getting started, industries that rely heavily on electronic devices and systems to capture sensitive customer payment information need to take a proactive approach.

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