Just because we are in a pandemic doesn’t mean the bad guys have stopped trying to cause you damage. Attacks are still happening. In Canada, they hacked the Beer Store. Yes, the Beer Store. How low can you go? I’m I always fascinated as to how they can get in, and how they attack the network. If you have a website out there, you are fair game for a hacker. Make sure your website is secure.
Canada – The Beer Store
Exploit: Malware attack
Data Deposit Box: Retail outlet
Risk to Small Business: 2.187 = Severe
Cybercriminals infiltrated The Beer Store’s website and injected payment skimming malware into its online store. The online store allowed customers to place orders for pickup or delivery, two critical features as social distancing measures keep shoppers at home. This breach removed The Beer Store’s ability to accept payments via credit card, which could significantly impact its bottom line during this already challenging time.
Individual Risk: 2.311 = Severe
Although the company quickly detected the intrusion and closed its online store, anyone who made an online purchase before the threat was identified likely had their payment credential compromised – including all sensitive identification and financial information entered during the checkout process. Those impacted should notify their financial institutions of the breach while also taking steps to secure their accounts and personal details from misuse.
Customers Impacted: Unknown
