You better watch out -- online retailers' security practices under the spotlight

  • 26 November 2014
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By Ian Barker
 
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This time of year sees a spike in online shopping activity, but that also means added worries about how well our information is being looked after when we buy online.
 
Password management company LastPass has put together an infographic 'naughty and nice' list looking at how online retailers store information when we shop.
On the naughty step are some big names including Amazon and Walmart. Problems include weak password requirements, collecting too much information before you make a purchase and the storing of credit card details -- convenient for future buys but a risk if someone gains access to your account.
 
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