Keep The Season Bright: Holiday Cybersecurity Tips For Retailers

The holidays are upon us, and the last thing retailers want to do is respond to a security incident.

Close behind, we're sure, are changes to systems and policies at this time of year. But what can you do now to minimize the likelihood and impact of a cyberattack?

Be suspicious. Human-centered breaches—phishing, social engineering, insider threats—remain a huge threat vector. With emerging AI technologies that can produce faster and better threats, there is all the more reason to be cautious about new requests, unexpected directions, and unusual contacts.

Expect increased activity. We ran down the reasons why and how attackers love this time of yearlast year, and those haven't changed. Consider likely weak points and apply additional resources where possible.