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According to G Data Software, Today’s Grinch Steals Your Identity While You Shop Online
Fight Fraud with Simple Tips to make InternetBrowsing Safe During the Holidays
Raleigh, NC—December 9, 2010— With U.S. holiday e-commerce up 12% from last year already, the average consumer isn’t the only one taking advantage of the deals, according to IT security experts, G Data Software.
Cyber criminals, who are attracted to the heavy online shopping, are scouring the Web, looking for opportunities to steal credit card data in phishing attacks or to set-up bogus online shops to lure people into giving away sensitive information.
“As this year’s Cyber Monday marked the heaviest online shopping day on record, we’re predicting a definitive spike in online fraud this holiday season. This time of year, cyber criminals are extremely active in their hunt for unsuspecting shoppers,” says Ralf Benzmüller, security expert and head of G Data Software’s Security Labs. “They often bait people by using spam e-mails with fake products and cheap prices to lure them to online shops. These online shops are rife with malware that can take a credit card number and sell it in the black market very quickly. The best protection is to use a comprehensive security solution.”
Mr. Benzmüller and G Data Software closely monitor online fraud and provides consumers with tips to stay safe while online shopping this season.
G Data’s tips for staying safe this holiday season:
1. Make sure your PC is covered with an up-to-date, comprehensive security solution with a virus scanner, firewall, spam filter, and real-time protection. Ensure updates are kept current.
2. Watch for security features in your browser when proceeding with a sale. The important things to look out for are: the padlock in the status bar or address line; an 'https' abbreviation before the URL; a green background in the address line in most modern browsers; and the correct top level domain being displayed.
3. Look carefully at online shops before making a purchase. Check for general terms and conditions, legal and contact information; do an online search to check if the shop has been connected to any suspicious behavior.
4. Make sure shipping and handling costs are clearly outlined before committing to the purchase.
5. Never make online purchases from public PCs. These computers are often not adequately protected. Also avoid using public and unsecured wireless networks, as cyber criminals can use these connections to hack into data traffic.
For a free 30-day trial of G Data’s award-winning Total Care 2011, visit
http://www.gdata-software.com/trial-versions.html.
About G Data Software, Inc.
G Data Software, Inc. is an award-winning and rapidly expanding software company that focuses on IT security solutions. As a pioneer in antivirus protection, the company has a renowned legacy in Web security.
Founded in Bochum, Germany in 1985, G Data developed the first antivirus program more than 20 years ago. While company’s headquarters remain in Bochum, G Data has offices and distribution in more than 90 countries worldwide. Its product portfolio specializes in enterprise and consumer security solutions. Since 2005, G Data has surpassed all other security software providers in Europe as the leader in national and international tests and awards.
This year G Data is celebrating its 25th anniversary, making it the oldest antivirus company in the world. For more information on G Data and its products, visit www.gdata.de.
G Data, Inc.
2530 Meridian Parkway
Suite 300
Durham, North Carolina 27713
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