What Is Skimming In Cybersecurity? How To Detect And Prevent A Skimming Attack
Security Boulevard, Thursday, February 27th, 2025
Web skimming is when hackers and fraudsters use malicious code to steal credit card information from e-commerce websites.
In addition to payment card details, web skimming attacks can also steal personally identifiable information (PII) from unsuspecting customers. Cybercriminals use the stolen data for unauthorized purchases, identity theft, or resale.
Also referred to as digital skimming, online card skimming, or e-skimming, web skimming is a common cybercrime. Authorities estimate that web skimming in the USA rose 368% from 2021 to 2022.1 Web skimming attacks can result in substantial financial losses for businesses and severely damage their reputations.