Category: Regulatory Compliance Best Practices

Understanding Transaction Fraud | Challenges, Risks, and Security Strategies

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The Growing Threat of Transaction Fraud In an increasingly digital world, where financial transactions occur at the speed of light, transaction fraud has become one of the most persistent threats facing businesses, financial institutions, and consumers alike. As digital payment systems, e-commerce platforms, and financial technologies (fintech) continue to evolve, so too do the methods used by cybercriminals to exploit vulnerabilities. Fraudulent transactions take many forms, from stolen credit card details and account takeovers to synthetic identity fraud and AI-powered phishing schemes. Cybercriminals continuously develop sophisticated techniques to bypass traditional…

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PCI SSC Mandates DMARC by March 2025 | Strengthening Payment Card Security

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DMARC Becomes a PCI DSS Requirement In February 2025, the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) announced that DMARC (Domain-based Message Authentication, Reporting & Conformance) will become a mandatory requirement under PCI DSS v4.0.1, effective March 31, 2025. This mandate underscores the critical role of email authentication in protecting payment card data from phishing attacks and fraud. Why DMARC Is Critical for Payment Security Phishing attacks remain a top threat to financial organizations handling payment card data. Cybercriminals frequently impersonate legitimate entities, tricking recipients into disclosing sensitive data,…

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Browser Extensions: The Hidden Cybersecurity Threat Lurking in Your Browser

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In a sobering reminder of evolving cyber risks, a large-scale attack campaign targeting browser extensions has left over two million users exposed to malicious activity. More than 25 browser extensions were compromised, injecting malicious code aimed at stealing user credentials and sensitive data. This incident highlights the growing cybersecurity vulnerabilities associated with browser extensions and underscores the urgent need for organizations to reassess their defense strategies. This article explores the risks posed by browser extensions, the implications of this attack, and actionable steps cybersecurity professionals can take to protect their…

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