April 18, 2022
Via: Security WeekAs part of these attacks, the cybercriminals target users of digital payment applications with fake text messages pretending to be from legitimate financial institutions, asking customers to verify they has initiated instant money transfers. “Cybercriminals are targeting victims with a […]
April 20, 2020
Via: DataBreach TodayThe U.S. Treasury Department is anticipating fraud as the IRS distributes about $300 billion in direct cash payments to Americans to provide economic relief during the COVID-19 pandemic. Two services the IRS has quickly stood up for submitting their direct […]
May 22, 2017
Via: Hot for SecurityMastercard has released a biometric card that uses the holder’s fingerprint to authorize in-store payments without requiring a PIN or signature. Stores don’t need new hardware, because the card comes with an in-built fingerprint scanner and works with any EMV […]
March 25, 2016
Via: TrendMicro BlogPoint-of-sale machines are one of the most important parts of the retail ecosystem. After all, without these devices, transactions couldn’t take place, or would be incredibly slow with pencil and paper. Therefore, ensuring the functionality and security of these systems […]
August 25, 2015
Via: application-securityPaper checks are so last-century. According to a survey by Blackhawk Network Shopper, #digital #payments are on the rise and consumers are frustrated when their money does not move at the speed they want. And the impending move to chip-and-pin […]
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