Shobhit Gautam | Source | Staff Security Solutions Architect at HackerOne
Shobhit Gautam
Shobhit is a Staff Security Solutions Architect at HackerOne. He has over 14 years of security experience with extensive expertise in application, cloud, and infrastructure security. Shobhit has a proven ability to identify and mitigate risks through architecture reviews, pentesting, and security audits. He is passionate about building secure solutions and fostering a security-conscious culture.
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Threat Actors Put $1 Trillion Shopping Season in Their Sights
Tis the season for holiday shopping, and that means cyberthreats that target the retail industry are ramping up.
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Retail Cyberattacks Surge: A Call for Proactive Security Measures
Shobhit warns that retailers are prime targets due to their complex digital systems. "Retail systems often share common vulnerabilities," risking revenue, trust, and reputation. Retailers often underinvest in security, lagging behind sectors like banking. To combat organized attacks, especially during high-traffic periods, proactive strategies like offensive security testing and AI red teaming are essential. -
Retail Cybersecurity: Holiday Season Threats and Solutions
Shobhit warns of increased cyberattacks during Cyber Week, with $298B in digital sales. He notes, "Retailers face threats due to high online activity and reduced security staff." Bug bounty programs can help. Proactive security measures and incident response plans are crucial. Consumers should be cautious of AI-driven phishing attacks. Vigilance is key to protecting sensitive data this season. -
AI Enhances Evil Twinning: New Threats for Travelers
Shobhit explains that AI has made evil twin attacks more efficient and harder to detect. He advises travelers to avoid unsecured public networks, use VPNs, and disable auto-connect to stay safe. "AI can automate the identification of vulnerable networks," Shobhit notes.
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The complex design of ecommerce platforms, featuring dynamic websites and applications, increases the risk of information leaks due to poorly secured APIs, mismanaged user input, and inadequate data management practices.
