Cyberattacks target in-store sales systems
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Cyberthieves are increasingly targeting credit card information from point-of-sale systems, Tokyo-based information security company Trend Micro Inc. has warned.
It’s a problem shared by countries worldwide, and Japan is no exception, the company said.
POS attacks involve the use of computer viruses to intercept and extract confidential data from systems used to process credit card settlements and manage customer information as well as product sales records and inventories. The systems also play a role in marketing, through analysis of store-by-store sales trends and inventories.
Questions & Answers
Q.Which specific type of information are cyberthieves primarily targeting from point-of-sale systems?
Which specific type of information are cyberthieves primarily targeting from point-of-sale systems?
Cyberthieves are primarily targeting credit card information from point-of-sale systems. They also aim to intercept and extract other confidential data, including customer information, product sales records, and inventory details.
Q.Which company issued the warning about the increase in cyberattacks on in-store sales systems?
Which company issued the warning about the increase in cyberattacks on in-store sales systems?
Trend Micro Inc., a Tokyo-based information security company, issued the warning. The company highlighted that this issue is prevalent globally, affecting countries like Japan.
Q.What are the various functions of the point-of-sale systems that are being targeted by these attacks?
What are the various functions of the point-of-sale systems that are being targeted by these attacks?
Point-of-sale systems are used for processing credit card settlements, managing customer information, and handling product sales records and inventories. They also contribute to marketing efforts by analysing store-by-store sales trends and stock levels.
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