Cybercriminals exploit the increased online shopping activity during holiday sales to launch cyberattacks, targeting vulnerable systems and networks for data breaches, financial fraud, and other malicious activities.
Researchers have identified sophisticated cyberattacks targeting holiday shoppers and businesses, where attackers are leveraging advanced tactics to exploit online vulnerabilities and steal sensitive information.
To mitigate these risks, individuals and organizations must implement robust security measures, including strong passwords, up-to-date software, and vigilant monitoring of network traffic.
Cybercriminals are leveraging AI-powered phishing and website cloning tools to target e-commerce platforms and unsuspecting shoppers during the holiday season, aiming to steal data and compromise sensitive information through RCE exploits.
Deceptive holiday-themed domains and sniffing tools are used to target online shoppers, which were designed to steal sensitive information, such as credit card details, during online transactions.
By leveraging generative AI models such as ChatGPT, they create highly convincing phishing emails, posing as legitimate retailers and banks, thereby increasing the success rate of their fraudulent activities, particularly during peak shopping seasons.
They are exploiting online shopping trends by registering fake domains, targeting popular e-commerce platforms with weak configurations and outdated plugins, deploying sniffers to capture data, and using RCE exploits to gain admin access.
While darknet services were used to buy stolen data, phishing kits, and hacking tools, enabling them to launch sophisticated attacks and compromise systems even without advanced technical skills.
Businesses face rising cyber threats such as phishing, data breaches, and financial fraud due to vulnerabilities like compromised admin panels, outdated software, and weak passwords.
Shoppers must prioritize online security by verifying URLs, using secure payment methods, avoiding public Wi-Fi, enabling multi-factor authentication, and regularly monitoring financial statements to prevent unauthorized access and potential data breaches.
According to Fortinet, cybersecurity threats are prevalent during the holiday season. Businesses must implement robust security measures, while consumers should remain vigilant and adopt safe online practices to mitigate risks and enjoy a secure holiday experience.
