Magecart attacks have become increasingly common in recent years, with cybercriminals using cunning techniques to steal sensitive data from their unsuspecting victims. From the famous Macy’s Magecart attack to the longest-ever See Tickets attack, Magecart is here to stay. One of the latest tricks is to disguise their attacks as Google Tag Manager, a popular marketing tool to manage and track website pixels and tags. Let’s examine this new attack method, but first, what is a Magecart attack?

What is a Magecart attack?

Magecart is a type of cyber attack that targets e-commerce websites to steal sensitive information, such as credit card details and login credentials, from their customers. It was named after the first hacker group that was found to be using it, as they were attacking the Magento platform.

A Magecart attack typically involves injecting malicious code into the website’s payment page, shopping cart, or other pages that process customer data. The attackers use various methods to inject the code, including exploiting vulnerabilities in the website’s code or using stolen login credentials to gain access to the website’s backend.

Once the malicious code is injected, it captures and sends customer data to a server controlled by the attackers. This data can then be used for fraudulent activities, such as buying goods or selling to other criminals on the black market.

Magecart attacks can be challenging to detect, as they often occur within the website’s standard code and don’t require additional downloads or software installations. They can also be launched from multiple sources, including third-party scripts integrated into the website, making it much harder to trace where the attack came from.

To prevent Magecart attacks, website owners should regularly monitor their website for any suspicious activity, implement security measures such as web application firewalls and multi-factor authentication, and ensure that all software and scripts used on their website are up-to-date latest security patches. For the ultimate safety level, a website security solution like Reflectiz can help detect and prevent Magecart attacks thanks to its continuous monitoring and analysis of all third-party scripts and technologies running on the website.

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