---
title: "Tackling flaws in cybersecurity - New Straits Times Online"
url: "https://thecybersecurityplace.com/tackling-flaws-in-cybersecurity-new-straits-times-online/"
date: "2016-05-05T02:19:42+00:00"
section: "Industry Insights"
tags:
  - "Cyber Security Report"
  - "Hacking"
source: "nst.com.my"
source_url: "http://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/05/143629/tackling-flaws-cybersecurity"
---

# Tackling flaws in cybersecurity - New Straits Times Online

May 5, 2016 · Reported by nst.com.my

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> THE recent arrests of 11 members of a syndicate who hacked online purchasing systems using fake credit cards, raking in RM1 million underline the pitfalls of online shopping. It has set alarm bells ringing and the public must be vigilant when purchasing products from online stores. The proliferation of online shopping sites, which allow consumers to buy without leaving the couch, has made it trendy to pick up their favourite things in this manner, and anyone with a credit card and smartphone can get in the game. However, most people are oblivious to the dangers, especially when they have made up their minds about an item they desire.

[Read the full article at nst.com.my](http://www.nst.com.my/news/2016/05/143629/tackling-flaws-cybersecurity)

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