Increased online activity during the festive season has led to a high risk of cyberattacks.
During the Ramadan season in the UAE, an increased number of customers look towards online shopping seeking deals and discounts. However, the upward trend in online shopping has led to a surge in cybercrime, according to a study by Qrator Labs.
Experts are warning of a rise in cyberattacks and potential malicious activity, an average increase of 45 percent is observed and will likely continue during the Ramadan period.
The study revealed that one such way of cyberattack is through the use of bots, cyber criminals deploy bots that enter retail sites and register new accounts offering bonus programmes. The bots could also potentially enter customers’ baskets and steal accounts, and change customer details including delivery addresses.