Future-Proofing Retail: Rethinking Cybersecurity for the Digital Shopping Era

The holiday shopping season is upon us again, and retailers are gearing up for the highly anticipated sales events of Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While these days represent peak consumer spending, the prominence of digital channels also introduces complex security challenges that demand fresh perspectives.

Embracing Zero Trust and Active Archiving

As Don Boxley of DH2i highlights, the widespread use of VPNs has inadvertently exposed retailers to risks of price manipulation, fraud, and data theft during shopping holidays. Outdated legacy security systems containing inherent vulnerabilities can no longer suffice. The need of the hour is to embrace robust solutions like Boxley’s recommended Software-Defined Perimeter approach based on zero trust and rigorous identity verification.

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