Security News > 2021 > November > Consumers like the benefits of online shopping despite the security risks
Do concerns about security issues deter people from shopping online? Not according to a report from software security provider NTT Application Security.
For its new report titled "The State of Secure Online Holiday Shopping," NTT surveyed 1,057 US consumers 18 and older who buy personal items online.
Conducted in early October, the overall survey found that a majority of consumers understand the security risks associated with online shopping, especially during the holidays.
In the long run, buyers value the benefits of online shopping over any security concerns.
Despite the constant news of data breaches and the direct impact of a security breach, the consumers polled still seem to feel safe shopping in the virtual world.
Despite the confidence among the consumers surveyed, retail sites can be vulnerable to breaches and other security issues, especially during the holidays when shopping is heavy.