{"componentChunkName":"component---src-templates-blog-list-template-js","path":"/60","result":{"data":{"allMarkdownRemark":{"edges":[{"node":{"excerpt":"Introduction 2021, without a doubt, has been a decisive year for digital transition. As more and more businesses moved their services and…","fields":{"slug":"/identity/reduce-attack-surface-online-business/"},"html":"<h2 id=\"introduction\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#introduction\" aria-label=\"introduction permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Introduction</h2>\n<p>2021, without a doubt, has been a decisive year for digital transition. As more and more businesses moved their services and operations online, they needed to ensure safety from malicious activities. </p>\n<p>However, data shows otherwise. </p>\n<p>According to a survey conducted by Insight, almost 80% of IT leaders were not confident about their IT security position; despite an increase in IT security investments by these companies.</p>\n<p>More and more organizations are exposing their networks and critical assets to a <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/fuel/how-ciso-can-improve-collaboration-on-security-risks/\">cyber security risk</a> by employing external contractors and enabling an entire workforce to work remotely.</p>\n<p>Is <em>your</em> business safe from cyber exploitation? With widespread cyberattacks, hackers may be able to find their way into your corporate network. As the tech environment expands, it brings along more potential attack surfaces exposed to hacking. </p>\n<h2 id=\"what-is-an-attack-surface\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#what-is-an-attack-surface\" aria-label=\"what is an attack surface permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>What is an Attack Surface</h2>\n<p>An attack surface refers to all the possible points that an attacker (unauthorized user) can use to enter your network or application to steal or alter data. In simple terms, all the resources are exposed to exploitation within your enterprise; this could encompass liability for your people, network, or digital environments.</p>\n<h2 id=\"understanding-attack-vectors\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#understanding-attack-vectors\" aria-label=\"understanding attack vectors permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Understanding Attack Vectors</h2>\n<p>Attack vectors are the points that make your network vulnerable to attacks. These may include access points, services, or protocols. The most common type of attack vectors include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Passwords:</strong> A hacker may compromise your password through <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/identity/brute-force-lockout/\">brute force</a> and gain access to critical data.</li>\n<li><strong>Malware:</strong> These are malicious softwares that introduce viruses, prompt errors, and slow down your computer.</li>\n<li><strong>DDoS (Denial of Service):</strong> Attackers use a DDoS attack to overwhelm a server or network by flooding it with traffic.</li>\n<li><strong>Phishing:</strong> Sophisticated phishing attempts can easily trick users into giving away sensitive information through a simple request for email confirmation or password data.</li>\n<li><strong>Insiders:</strong> Attack vectors are not just limited to digital assets. An unhappy employee is as much of a threat as any virus. They may share a part of your network with outsiders or attempt to hand over access information for snooping.</li>\n</ul>\n<h2 id=\"protect-your-network-with-attack-surface-analysis\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#protect-your-network-with-attack-surface-analysis\" aria-label=\"protect your network with attack surface analysis permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Protect Your Network With Attack Surface Analysis</h2>\n<p>The larger your attack surface, the more vulnerable you are to attacks. The first step to protect your network is to map out your network's weak points to help your security teams identify and understand potential risk areas and minimize the attack surface. Doing this can help you gain a focused outlook on your most vulnerable activities, such as:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Login and authentication forms</li>\n<li>Data-gathering forms</li>\n<li>File storage locations</li>\n<li>APIs</li>\n<li>Email and text messaging services</li>\n<li>Entry points</li>\n<li>Database users and permissions</li>\n</ul>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/resource/digital-trade-zone-threats-cybersecurity-whitepaper\"><img src=\"/417720a6dd61584facd890bd27715148/WP-dig-trade-zone.webp\" alt=\"WP-dig-trade-zone\"></a></p>\n<h2 id=\"how-to-reduce-the-attack-surface-of-user-authentication\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#how-to-reduce-the-attack-surface-of-user-authentication\" aria-label=\"how to reduce the attack surface of user authentication permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>How to Reduce the Attack Surface of User Authentication</h2>\n<p>Let's take a look at how you can decrease your attack surface through these strategies.</p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Compliance:</strong> First and foremost, make sure your organization meets all the cybersecurity compliances: state, regional, or industry level. This ensures you have standard cybersecurity and also avoid professional fines.</li>\n<li><strong>Simplify access:</strong> Use protocols like single sign-on (SSO) and federated identity management (FIM) to simplify user access to all business applications and reduce the burden of remembering multiple passwords. </li>\n<li><strong>Monitor active domains:</strong> Implement solutions that allow access only to authorized people. Monitor access points and lockdown any areas that have unusual traffic.</li>\n<li><strong>Multi-factor authentication (MFA):</strong> Enhance your IT infrastructure with <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/multi-factor-authentication/\">additional verification</a> protocols to confirm that users are who they claim to be. </li>\n<li><strong>Run less code:</strong> Decrease the number of possible entry points by running less code on your computer, server, or cloud infrastructure. Whenever possible, remove or disable features and simplify your code.</li>\n<li><strong>Split your network:</strong> You can reduce the risk of unwanted devices or software infecting your critical assets by segmenting your network. For example, you set up a network for your customers that is separate from your employee network.</li>\n<li><strong>Secure credentials:</strong> Employee credentials pose a serious risk to your IT assets if they are lost, shared, or stolen. Build a controlled vault and protect passwords with high-end encryption and automatic rotation.</li>\n<li><strong>Optimize DevOps:</strong> Streamline your DevOps activities, enabling automatic access to vital IT resources in real-time, securely.</li>\n<li><strong>Close any open ports:</strong> A port may be dangerous if the service has weak security protocols or is vulnerable to exploits. Protect your network from any attempt at ransomware and other malicious actors to hijack your systems and data. </li>\n<li><strong>Remove privileged accounts from endpoints:</strong> Ransomware and malware are a constant threat to your network. And users with elevated privileges or admin accounts on their endpoints are the most vulnerable to it. <strong>Immediately reduce your attack surface</strong> by removing all special rights from workstations.</li>\n</ol>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#conclusion\" aria-label=\"conclusion permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Conclusion</h2>\n<p>Today's digital world leaves no room for error. Companies across the globe look to expand access to IT resources. However, they face the challenge of securing their infrastructures from cyber threats. Reducing your attack surface is crucial for cybersecurity success, and that’s what a <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/\">CIAM provider</a> by LoginRadius does best. </p>\n<p>By analyzing and implementing the security measures mentioned in this blog, you can safeguard your company from cyber threats and help it leverage the benefit of a dispersed workforce. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/contact-us?utm_source=blog&#x26;utm_medium=web&#x26;utm_campaign=reduce-attack-surface-online-business\"><img src=\"/8fce571f703a5970dbb1359a2fe0e51a/book-a-demo-loginradius.webp\" alt=\"book-a-demo-loginradius\"></a></p>\n<style class=\"grvsc-styles\">\n  .grvsc-container {\n    overflow: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    padding-top: 1rem;\n    padding-top: var(--grvsc-padding-top, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    padding-bottom: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: var(--grvsc-padding-bottom, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    border-radius: var(--grvsc-border-radius, 8px);\n    font-feature-settings: normal;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-code {\n    display: inline-block;\n    min-width: 100%;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line {\n    display: inline-block;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    width: 100%;\n    padding-left: 1.5rem;\n    padding-left: var(--grvsc-padding-left, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n    padding-right: 1.5rem;\n    padding-right: var(--grvsc-padding-right, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line-highlighted {\n    background-color: var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-background-color, transparent);\n    box-shadow: inset var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-width, 4px) 0 0 0 var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-color, transparent);\n  }\n  \n</style>","frontmatter":{"date":"November 30, 2021","updated_date":null,"description":"Companies are predominantly facing the challenge of securing their infrastructures from cyber threats. 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I am a BTech-backed Product Designer with a knack for finding elegant solutions to complex UI problems and creating…","fields":{"slug":"/growth/loginradius-employee-perks/"},"html":"<p>This is <em>Hitesh Kumawat</em>. I am a BTech-backed Product Designer with a knack for finding elegant solutions to complex UI problems and creating intuitive experiences through front-end development. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/company/\">LoginRadius</a> has been an integral part of my personal and professional growth, especially in the last four years of my employment here. The organization is an excellent combination of professionalism and fun.</p>\n<h2 id=\"working-at-loginradius-im-exposed-to-an-amazing-work-culture\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#working-at-loginradius-im-exposed-to-an-amazing-work-culture\" aria-label=\"working at loginradius im exposed to an amazing work culture permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Working at LoginRadius, I’m Exposed to an Amazing Work Culture.</h2>\n<p>A great work culture can be key to the success of a company. Not only does it promote productivity, but it makes everyday tasks easier. </p>\n<p><strong>LoginRadius understands that a positive, healthy work culture is a top priority for employees.</strong></p>\n<p>Naturally, every employee is encouraged to be a part of a community of driven and ambitious individuals. This is what makes LoginRadius a place where I can be myself. It’s great to work for a company that makes people feel valued.</p>\n<p>Speaking of my manager, he is a leader who leads by example with a warm, “good ol’ country boy' charm. He is equally as passionate as he is compassionate. He believes in creating a positive work environment that fosters professional growth and a refined skill set from his team members.</p>\n<h2 id=\"loginradius-supported-my-mental-and-economic-well-being-during-covid-19\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#loginradius-supported-my-mental-and-economic-well-being-during-covid-19\" aria-label=\"loginradius supported my mental and economic well being during covid 19 permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>LoginRadius Supported My Mental and Economic Well-Being During COVID-19.</h2>\n<p>It makes me feel good that I am working for an organization that is willing to fight for its employees during hard times. COVID-19 was extraordinarily exhausting for most people and LoginRadius left no stones unturned to look after our mental and economic health during the deadly first and second waves. It organized vitality sessions with medical professionals to provide counseling and education so we could take care of ourselves and our family amid this troublesome period.</p>\n<p>Even in today's global financial uncertainty and the state of the job market, LoginRadius is one of the rare companies that has always valued its employees. While most companies are cutting costs and laying off employees, LoginRadius ensured job retention by keeping our paychecks steady.</p>\n<h2 id=\"loginradius-recently-introduced-a-revised-11-month-appraisal-program\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#loginradius-recently-introduced-a-revised-11-month-appraisal-program\" aria-label=\"loginradius recently introduced a revised 11 month appraisal program permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>LoginRadius Recently Introduced A Revised 11-Month Appraisal Program.</h2>\n<p>The time period between appraisals is important to employees; it allows them to benchmark their progress and plan long-term goals. By introducing an 11-month appraisal program, LoginRadius has demonstrated that the company truly cares about its employees.</p>\n<p>I am one of the first employees to receive this revised appraisal benefit, and I am utterly satisfied. It feels great and boosts motivation and performance. </p>\n<p><strong>Also, the additional percentage reward for the number of years spent at LoginRadius is the icing on the cake.</strong></p>\n<p>Yes, our association is highly valued, recognized, and respected in every step of our journey at LoginRadius. </p>\n<h2 id=\"a-bunch-of-other-perks\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#a-bunch-of-other-perks\" aria-label=\"a bunch of other perks permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>A Bunch of Other Perks</h2>\n<p>From yoga and happy hours to on-campus meals and lunch reimbursements, LoginRadius values our health and happiness as much as it does our professional development.</p>\n<p><img src=\"/4046753c5ac8680df4f4db9d2585b4db/picture05.webp\" alt=\"picture05.webp\"></p>\n<p>Working at LoginRadius means we’re always on top of our game. With team-oriented activities like regular Zumba and yoga classes, we stay together as a cohesive unit. Moreso, these perks support our overall health and wellbeing as an employee.</p>\n<p>LoginRadius has a team named ‘Events Squad,’ which organizes employee engagement and random targeted team-building activities to keep the fun going. They also come up with friendly ways to get <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/fuel/loginradius-journey-csm/\">new hires to get along</a> and enjoy their new jobs.</p>\n<p>One of the best things about a LoginRadius retreat is that team-building games bring together employees from different teams, so they get a chance to meet people from other departments and spend some really fun time with them. It helps to strengthen our relationships and increase productivity at work after the retreat.</p>\n<p>LoginRadius also provides free access to its online/offline library so employees can learn something new every day and expand their skills. </p>\n<p>LoginRadius is in a league of its own. It’s a company that isn’t afraid to think outside the box. A few other initiatives include:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Monthly team lunches (off-premises)</li>\n<li>Monthly office lunches (on-premises)</li>\n<li>Quarterly team outings</li>\n<li>Birthday party celebrations</li>\n<li>Virtual get-togethers</li>\n<li>Awards and recognition for notable achievements</li>\n<li>Gift distributions</li>\n<li>Festival celebrations (Makar Sankranti, Holi, Halloween, Diwali, Christmas, etc.)</li>\n<li><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/fuel/loginradius-journey-csm/\">CSR activities</a></li>\n</ul>\n<h2 id=\"wrapping-up\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#wrapping-up\" aria-label=\"wrapping up permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Wrapping Up</h2>\n<p>Every employee wants their employer to provide growth, a friendly environment, and a responsive/punctual salary.</p>\n<p><strong>And this is what LoginRadius should be termed for.</strong></p>\n<p><strong>Growth</strong></p>\n<p>I have learned so much in my four years at LoginRadius, and I have grown 200%. LoginRadius is very interested and responsive when you want to learn new technologies, work with other teams, or undertake new projects.</p>\n<p><strong>Friendly-environment</strong></p>\n<p>LoginRadius has created a friendly environment from day one. You can work wherever is most convenient for you and there are no cubicles. Everyone works together in one open space, which creates an atmosphere of collaboration. And the best part is that the managers work right alongside the rest of us. </p>\n<p><strong>Punctual salary</strong></p>\n<p>I have been with the company for over four years now, and I have not faced any problems regarding salary. It is always credited at the end of every month. </p>\n<p>Working with LoginRadius has been flexible, energizing, and filled with people who not only care about each other but are actually invested in your success. </p>\n<p>Once You're a Part of LoginRadius, the Company Will Be a Part of You Forever!!</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/careers/\"><img src=\"/e571b547278368d3e96354395d9a236f/career-page.webp\" alt=\"career-page\"></a></p>\n<style class=\"grvsc-styles\">\n  .grvsc-container {\n    overflow: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    padding-top: 1rem;\n    padding-top: var(--grvsc-padding-top, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    padding-bottom: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: var(--grvsc-padding-bottom, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    border-radius: var(--grvsc-border-radius, 8px);\n    font-feature-settings: normal;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-code {\n    display: inline-block;\n    min-width: 100%;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line {\n    display: inline-block;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    width: 100%;\n    padding-left: 1.5rem;\n    padding-left: var(--grvsc-padding-left, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n    padding-right: 1.5rem;\n    padding-right: var(--grvsc-padding-right, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line-highlighted {\n    background-color: var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-background-color, transparent);\n    box-shadow: inset var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-width, 4px) 0 0 0 var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-color, transparent);\n  }\n  \n</style>","frontmatter":{"date":"November 26, 2021","updated_date":null,"description":"Working at LoginRadius is more than just a job. The organization is an excellent combination of professionalism and fun, where an employee’s association is highly valued, recognized, and respected in every step of their journey.","title":"Sharing My Journey With LoginRadius: A Look Inside the Best Employee Perks","tags":null,"pinned":null,"coverImage":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"aspectRatio":1.3333333333333333,"src":"/static/de92c0be7eed752a2fc4d0d78b1b9061/58556/picture04.webp","srcSet":"/static/de92c0be7eed752a2fc4d0d78b1b9061/61e93/picture04.webp 200w,\n/static/de92c0be7eed752a2fc4d0d78b1b9061/1f5c5/picture04.webp 400w,\n/static/de92c0be7eed752a2fc4d0d78b1b9061/58556/picture04.webp 800w,\n/static/de92c0be7eed752a2fc4d0d78b1b9061/99238/picture04.webp 1200w,\n/static/de92c0be7eed752a2fc4d0d78b1b9061/7c22d/picture04.webp 1600w,\n/static/de92c0be7eed752a2fc4d0d78b1b9061/9d54b/picture04.webp 4032w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}},"author":{"id":"Hitesh Kumawat","github":null,"avatar":null}}}},{"node":{"excerpt":"Open source projects are intended to be freely available to the developer community and are easy to modify. In fact, many open-source…","fields":{"slug":"/identity/pros-cons-open-source-project/"},"html":"<p>Open source projects are intended to be freely available to the developer community and are easy to modify. In fact, many open-source developers believe that by enabling modifications to their software, they receive constructive criticism.</p>\n<p>Developers also frequently learn new techniques by trying to integrate open-source software into their own programs. Others can then take this new code and incorporate it into their projects if they find it useful. </p>\n<p>No wonder, the adoption of third-party open-source software is getting popular. What's more is it allows companies to produce software faster than developing from scratch.</p>\n<p>While <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/open-source/\">open-source projects</a> have several advantages over proprietary software, they also bring in some challenges that you need to consider. Let's discuss the pros first. </p>\n<h2 id=\"advantages-of-open-source-software\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#advantages-of-open-source-software\" aria-label=\"advantages of open source software permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Advantages of Open-Source Software</h2>\n<p>Here are some of the fundamental advantages that open-source software offers: </p>\n<h3 id=\"1-agility\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#1-agility\" aria-label=\"1 agility permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>1. Agility</h3>\n<p>The development or customization of proprietary solutions depends on the availability and ability of the vendor's development team to solve the problem. </p>\n<p>Since open-source solutions are developed by contributions from various community members, they typically offer multiple ways to solve a problem. Hence, you can get the job done faster using an open-sourcing project. </p>\n<h3 id=\"2-cost\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#2-cost\" aria-label=\"2 cost permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>2. Cost</h3>\n<p>As community members develop and maintain open-source solutions, they generally cost less than a proprietary solution. </p>\n<h3 id=\"3-scalability\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#3-scalability\" aria-label=\"3 scalability permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>3. Scalability</h3>\n<p>You can start small by updating the community versions of the open-source project to meet your business requirements. But later, <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/identity/handling-scalability-security-loginradius/\">as your business requirements grow</a>, you can leverage commercially supported solutions too.</p>\n<h3 id=\"4-community-engagement\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#4-community-engagement\" aria-label=\"4 community engagement permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>4. Community Engagement</h3>\n<p>Open-source projects allow developers to create projects and get a platform to interact with other developers outside their organizations. </p>\n<h2 id=\"disadvantages-of-open-source-software\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#disadvantages-of-open-source-software\" aria-label=\"disadvantages of open source software permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Disadvantages of Open-Source Software</h2>\n<p>An open-source project approach can be a great way to collaborate with other talented engineers. But when you're building something critical to your business, you need more than a supporting cast of thousands of developers from across the globe. Here are some of the risks observed with open-source software: </p>\n<h3 id=\"1-vulnerabilities-exposure\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#1-vulnerabilities-exposure\" aria-label=\"1 vulnerabilities exposure permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>1. Vulnerabilities Exposure</h3>\n<p>The source code is available for everyone, cybercriminals can also <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/resource/owasp-top-10-web-application-vulnerabilities-list-for-every-developer/\">easily find vulnerabilities</a> in the code. For example, they can extract sensitive information or damage the systems leveraging the open-source software.Here are a few examples of the vulnerabilities found in some common open-source software recently: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Severe security flaws were found in the open-source identity and access management solution, <strong>Keycloak</strong>, which cybercriminals can exploit to gain access to sensitive information in systems leveraging the platform. </li>\n<li>Certain <a href=\"https://www.cvedetails.com/vulnerability-list/vendor_id-3496/Joomla.html\">XSS and CSRF</a> vulnerabilities were found in <strong>Joomla</strong>, an open-source content management solution that cybercriminals can exploit. </li>\n<li>Prior to<span style=\"text-decoration:underline;\"> <a href=\"https://www.cvedetails.com/cve/CVE-2021-39165/\">Cachet version 2.5.1</a></span>, authenticated users, regardless of their privileges (User or Admin), can trick Cachet and install the instance again, leading to arbitrary code execution on the server.</li>\n<li>An issue was discovered in **Xen **through 4.12.x allowing x86 PV guest OS users to cause a denial of service via a VCPUOP_initialise hypercall. </li>\n</ul>\n<h3 id=\"2-security\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#2-security\" aria-label=\"2 security permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>2. Security</h3>\n<p>Open-source project contributors are generally developers who are not security experts. They contribute to the product primarily to support the functionality and may not consider the security aspects. Hence, the open-source product may pose <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/identity/consumer-data-privacy-security/\">security risks</a> that cybercriminals can easily exploit. </p>\n<h3 id=\"3-warranty\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#3-warranty\" aria-label=\"3 warranty permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>3. Warranty</h3>\n<p>Open-source software does not provide any warranty for its security and support as these products are developed and managed by volunteers.</p>\n<p>The developer community members typically test the software for security issues and provide suggestions/recommendations on the public forums, but they are not liable for faulty guidance.</p>\n<h3 id=\"4-security-audit-process\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#4-security-audit-process\" aria-label=\"4 security audit process permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>4. Security Audit Process</h3>\n<p>Open-source project contributions are generally managed by a small team to reduce cost. They may not perform proper testing/QA or have a security auditing process at all due to a lack of expertise or workforce. </p>\n<p>The testing team may not be familiar with the open-source change requests or test the code properly by considering crucial aspects. </p>\n<h3 id=\"5-copyright\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#5-copyright\" aria-label=\"5 copyright permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>5. Copyright</h3>\n<p>Anonymous developers sometimes develop open-source software. Therefore, it is pretty likely that they may copy from third-party sources without understanding the copyright issues. </p>\n<p>As a result, companies leveraging the particular open-source software can be held responsible for Copyright infringement.</p>\n<p>For example, <a href=\"https://arstechnica.co.uk/tech-policy/2017/10/appeals-court-keeps-alive-the-never-ending-linux-case-sco-v-ibm/\">SCO Group</a> contended IBM stole part of the UnixWare source code and used it for their Project Monterey and sought billions of dollars in damages.</p>\n<h3 id=\"6-operational-insufficiencies\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#6-operational-insufficiencies\" aria-label=\"6 operational insufficiencies permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>6. Operational Insufficiencies</h3>\n<p>Open-source projects can be a lot of effort for an organization. It isn't always clear who will do the work to manage the change requests from the developer community or take care of scope, licensing, and versioning.</p>\n<h3 id=\"7-poor-developer-practices\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#7-poor-developer-practices\" aria-label=\"7 poor developer practices permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>7. Poor Developer Practices</h3>\n<p>If hackers are invited to contribute to open-source projects, they can potentially change the code so that it contains malware. If the code is not carefully reviewed, it can become part of an open-source project.</p>\n<h2 id=\"the-bottom-line\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#the-bottom-line\" aria-label=\"the bottom line permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>The Bottom Line</h2>\n<p>The open-source licenses are not like traditional software licenses (you don't pay for using them). Hence, you cannot expect it to be constructed with the best security practices and also pose potential risks. These risks may include vulnerabilities of the source code, proprietary issues, license violations, etc.</p>\n<p>Experts recommend not to leverage the open-source project in the places where:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>You are handling sensitive personal and operational data information, e.g., Identity Access Management(IAM) space. </li>\n<li>You are developing proprietary software based on the open-source project. </li>\n</ul>\n<p>Enterprises should carefully analyze and assess their suitability while adopting open source and be cautious when implementing the project.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/contact-us?utm_source=blog&#x26;utm_medium=web&#x26;utm_campaign=pros-cons-open-source-project\"><img src=\"/8fce571f703a5970dbb1359a2fe0e51a/book-a-demo-loginradius.webp\" alt=\"book-a-demo-loginradius\"></a></p>\n<style class=\"grvsc-styles\">\n  .grvsc-container {\n    overflow: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    padding-top: 1rem;\n    padding-top: var(--grvsc-padding-top, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    padding-bottom: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: var(--grvsc-padding-bottom, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    border-radius: var(--grvsc-border-radius, 8px);\n    font-feature-settings: normal;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-code {\n    display: inline-block;\n    min-width: 100%;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line {\n    display: inline-block;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    width: 100%;\n    padding-left: 1.5rem;\n    padding-left: var(--grvsc-padding-left, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n    padding-right: 1.5rem;\n    padding-right: var(--grvsc-padding-right, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line-highlighted {\n    background-color: var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-background-color, transparent);\n    box-shadow: inset var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-width, 4px) 0 0 0 var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-color, transparent);\n  }\n  \n</style>","frontmatter":{"date":"November 26, 2021","updated_date":null,"description":"As a developer, chances are at some point you’ve looked at an open source project to solve a problem. But before going off and using the first one you come across, it’s important to consider both the pros and cons of using open source.","title":"Why You Should Use Open Source Project For Your Business","tags":["security"],"pinned":null,"coverImage":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"aspectRatio":1.9230769230769231,"src":"/static/62cb8a5bb59d49e731be85ba6dfa25f5/58556/open-source.webp","srcSet":"/static/62cb8a5bb59d49e731be85ba6dfa25f5/61e93/open-source.webp 200w,\n/static/62cb8a5bb59d49e731be85ba6dfa25f5/1f5c5/open-source.webp 400w,\n/static/62cb8a5bb59d49e731be85ba6dfa25f5/58556/open-source.webp 800w,\n/static/62cb8a5bb59d49e731be85ba6dfa25f5/cc834/open-source.webp 1024w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}},"author":{"id":"Jitender Agarwal","github":null,"avatar":null}}}},{"node":{"excerpt":"The question of online privacy and security seems to only attract attention when a major cybersecurity threat occurs. Most people don’t…","fields":{"slug":"/growth/4-tips-secure-frictionless-ux/"},"html":"<p>The question of online privacy and security seems to only attract attention when a major cybersecurity threat occurs. Most people don’t spend too much time considering the safety of their data – not even when shopping online. </p>\n<p>Sadly, many online stores and mobile apps also fail to take it into proper account. There’s a delicate balance they need to achieve between <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/identity/balancing-security-cx/\">data security and user experience</a>. While one does not necessarily negatively impact the other, ensuring that both are addressed equally well can be difficult. </p>\n<p>Let’s examine this intricate relationship and its importance. Read on to learn how you can improve it on your own website and within your own product. </p>\n<h2 id=\"why-is-the-balance-important\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#why-is-the-balance-important\" aria-label=\"why is the balance important permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Why is the Balance Important?</h2>\n<p>Cybersecurity is now more important than ever. Cybercrime is <a href=\"https://www.packetlabs.net/cybersecurity-statistics-2021/\">expected to cost the globe $6 trillion by the end of 2021</a>. A ransomware attack occurs every 11 seconds – up from one every 40 seconds just five short years ago. That being said, it’s clear we need to rethink the way we protect our data and the data of our clients and customers. </p>\n<p>Just recently, <a href=\"https://www.reuters.com/technology/kaseya-ransomware-attack-sets-off-race-hack-service-providers-researchers-2021-08-03/\">the Kaseya ransomware attack</a> has shaken up the small business world yet again, proving that no one is safe. Apparently, cybercriminals are able to threaten your security in ways you wouldn’t previously have thought of. </p>\n<p>When it comes to user experience, we can safely say it has become the most important underrated ranking factor. Additionally, it is _the _factor that can impact your user retention rates the most. In fact, <a href=\"https://websitebuilder.org/blog/user-experience-stats/\">over 50% of internet users</a> will leave a website if: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>it doesn’t load fast enough</li>\n<li>it’s not mobile-friendly</li>\n<li>they are not able to navigate it as intuitively as they would expect</li>\n</ul>\n<p>The same rates apply to app abandonment as well. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://skillcrush.com/blog/high-paying-remote-tech-jobs/\">UX designers are also among the highest-paid</a> on the tech marketplace, which goes to show how invaluable their role for any online business has become. </p>\n<p>As important as these two facets of online business are, they do often clash. Implementing added security measures can severely impact user experience. Likewise, trying to please a user (or providing what we think a user wants) can compromise data security. </p>\n<p>Here’s what you can do to ensure the two don’t trip each other up: </p>\n<h3 id=\"1-let-ux-and-security-teams-work-together\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#1-let-ux-and-security-teams-work-together\" aria-label=\"1 let ux and security teams work together permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>#1. Let UX and security teams work together</h3>\n<p>During the initial product design phase, ensure that your UX design team and your security team are actually working together. Instead of having one team work on the product and then hand it over to the other, have these people in the same (virtual) room. Give them the resources they need to come up with solutions that will cater to both aspects. </p>\n<p>This approach can also help you design a better product, as the solutions will be much more organic. There will be less friction, and every element can be developed so that the user is satisfied and protected.</p>\n<p>Make sure you implement proper security measures _during _the design phase as well. You need to protect your designs and code long before it gets to the consumer. So, have your security team devise an encrypted (or at least a completely protected) way to share files. </p>\n<p>Cybercriminals can even take advantage of something as seemingly harmless as a Slack chat, using the information that has been shared to further break your product. Teach your teams about the importance of data privacy and security, and ask them to only communicate in secure ways. </p>\n<h3 id=\"2-make-use-of-social-logins\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#2-make-use-of-social-logins\" aria-label=\"2 make use of social logins permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>#2. Make use of social logins</h3>\n<p>Users love to be able to sign in using one of their social accounts. It eliminates the hassle of registering a new account and remembering yet another password, saving overall time and effort. </p>\n<p>As they also enable you to personalize the experience a user has with your product, <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/social-login/\">social logins</a> seem to provide a win-win scenario. However, you need to ask yourself how safe they actually are and whether you may inadvertently be opening the door to some serious harm.</p>\n<p>If you allow users to log in with their Google, Windows, or Facebook accounts, you don’t have to worry. They’re perfectly safe, as these huge companies are on the cutting edge of data security. You can rest assured that they’re working very hard to ensure account security.</p>\n<p>The only issue that often arises is password reuse. Many users tend to come up with one good password and then use it for their most secure and their least secure accounts. When one of them is breached (and you can guess which one that is likely to be), the other one is compromised as well.</p>\n<p>All you can do is educate your users about the importance of strong, varied passwords. If you do offer social login, know that you are reaching for the most pleasant UX available. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/resource/social-login-reconsidered/\"><img src=\"/2e684f2b11f83a63a098aa218d845638/WP-Social-Login-rec.webp\" alt=\"WP-Social-Login-rec\"></a></p>\n<h3 id=\"3-make-use-of-single-sign-on\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#3-make-use-of-single-sign-on\" aria-label=\"3 make use of single sign on permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>#3. Make use of Single Sign-on</h3>\n<p>If you have more than one product and request that your users use a different account to log in everywhere, you’ll be significantly reducing the quality of their experience. It’s a hassle, to say the least, and you are likely to lose a fair share of your client base.</p>\n<p>Multiple logins also mean you will end up with incomplete data silos, and you won’t have a complete understanding of your customer’s journey. Plus, maintaining and securing these multiple accounts will only cost you more. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/single-sign-on/\">By providing a single sign-on</a>, you can eliminate all of these issues. You’ll both improve user experience and make data protection simpler. Consider all of your customer touchpoints, whether they’re web- or app-based, and ensure one account is all they need to access your products or services. </p>\n<h3 id=\"4-implement-frequent-testing\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#4-implement-frequent-testing\" aria-label=\"4 implement frequent testing permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>#4. Implement frequent testing</h3>\n<p>Finally, to ensure both your UX and your security are as they should be, you need to implement frequent usability and security testing. Building it right once does not mean you won’t need to tweak, improve, and upgrade – so regularly scheduled testing is simply mandatory. </p>\n<p>Start by coming up with a <a href=\"https://www.optimalworkshop.com/learn/101s/usability-testing/\">detailed usability testing plan and checklist</a>. The steps you map out will ensure each test targets the same aspects of UX and that you can measure and track results over longer periods of time. </p>\n<p>You can also outsource security testing, as it makes uncovering a potential threat more likely. Those who have worked on implementing initial security protocols aren’t always able to uncover any potential risks, so a fresh pair of eyes can do the trick. </p>\n<h2 id=\"final-thoughts\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#final-thoughts\" aria-label=\"final thoughts permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Final Thoughts</h2>\n<p>By striking the right balance between UX and security, you can provide a product that consumers trust and enjoy using. If, on the other hand, you compromise one for the other, customer churn is a more likely scenario. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/contact-us?utm_source=blog&#x26;utm_medium=web&#x26;utm_campaign=4-tips-secure-frictionless-ux\"><img src=\"/8fce571f703a5970dbb1359a2fe0e51a/book-a-demo-loginradius.webp\" alt=\"book-a-demo-loginradius\"></a></p>\n<style class=\"grvsc-styles\">\n  .grvsc-container {\n    overflow: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    padding-top: 1rem;\n    padding-top: var(--grvsc-padding-top, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    padding-bottom: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: var(--grvsc-padding-bottom, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    border-radius: var(--grvsc-border-radius, 8px);\n    font-feature-settings: normal;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-code {\n    display: inline-block;\n    min-width: 100%;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line {\n    display: inline-block;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    width: 100%;\n    padding-left: 1.5rem;\n    padding-left: var(--grvsc-padding-left, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n    padding-right: 1.5rem;\n    padding-right: var(--grvsc-padding-right, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line-highlighted {\n    background-color: var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-background-color, transparent);\n    box-shadow: inset var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-width, 4px) 0 0 0 var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-color, transparent);\n  }\n  \n</style>","frontmatter":{"date":"November 24, 2021","updated_date":null,"description":"By striking the right balance between UX and security, you can provide a product that consumers trust and enjoy using. If, on the other hand, you compromise one for the other, customer churn is a more likely scenario.","title":"How to Blend Security with Frictionless User Experience","tags":["data security","social login","cybersecurity","cx"],"pinned":null,"coverImage":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"aspectRatio":1.6260162601626016,"src":"/static/ce99cd3a30a9c69c811c2201cea6397d/58556/ux-cover.webp","srcSet":"/static/ce99cd3a30a9c69c811c2201cea6397d/61e93/ux-cover.webp 200w,\n/static/ce99cd3a30a9c69c811c2201cea6397d/1f5c5/ux-cover.webp 400w,\n/static/ce99cd3a30a9c69c811c2201cea6397d/58556/ux-cover.webp 800w,\n/static/ce99cd3a30a9c69c811c2201cea6397d/cc834/ux-cover.webp 1024w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}},"author":{"id":"Shivangini Yadav","github":null,"avatar":null}}}},{"node":{"excerpt":"LoginRadius, a leading CIAM platform, offers endless possibilities to diverse businesses and ensures business success through advanced…","fields":{"slug":"/identity/loginradius-webhook-datasync-realtime/"},"html":"<p>LoginRadius, a leading CIAM platform, offers endless possibilities to diverse businesses and ensures business success through advanced access control and seamless login capabilities. </p>\n<p>Moreover, when it comes to deriving valuable insights from consumer data, LoginRadius helps enterprises integrate third-party analytics and data-driven applications that help create winning marketing and <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/fuel/top-5-marketing-strategies-to-power-up-your-business/\">business-centric strategies</a>. </p>\n<p>Businesses can leverage the true potential of Webhook that allows them to build or set up integrations that subscribe to certain events on LoginRadius CIAM. </p>\n<p>Let’s understand how LoginRadius improves business performance through third-party integrations and helps sync your crucial business data in real-time through Webhook. </p>\n<h2 id=\"how-loginradius-webhook-works\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#how-loginradius-webhook-works\" aria-label=\"how loginradius webhook works permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>How LoginRadius Webhook Works</h2>\n<p>Webhooks allow you to build or set up integrations that subscribe to certain events on LoginRadius. When one of these events is triggered, LoginRadius automatically sends a POST payload over HTTPS to the Webhook's configured URL in real-time. You can use Webhooks to update an external tracker or update a backup mirror.</p>\n<p>LoginRadius can integrate with hundreds of third-party tools. We can easily connect customer data to your existing API-driven tools, delivering an incredible experience for your customers and saving you money.</p>\n<p>Enterprises can quickly set up third-party integrations like Webhook to ensure they receive consumer-behavior-related notifications in real-time. </p>\n<p>Once you <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/developers/\">configure the webhook</a> with an event, LoginRadius triggers that webhook every time for that event. For example, a webhook subscribed URL configured for a Login event will receive a POST request on your server with a payload. </p>\n<h2 id=\"webhook-security\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#webhook-security\" aria-label=\"webhook security permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Webhook Security</h2>\n<p>LoginRadius follows the best practices to <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/identity/data-security-best-practices/\">ensure your endpoint security</a> and provides several ways to verify that triggered events are securely coming from LoginRadius. </p>\n<p>Enterprises shouldn’t worry about the overall security of consumer data since the best security practices are already in place in the LoginRadius CIAM solution. When it comes to security, LoginRadius commits to: </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Achieving the expectations of its customers and relevant regulatory authorities.</li>\n<li>Understanding customers’ needs to deliver high-standard services.</li>\n<li>Ensuring all of its employees follow the company’s best practices, processes, and procedures.</li>\n<li>Protecting customer data and LoginRadius’ information, intellectual property, people, and activities against loss, damage, disruption, or unauthorized disclosure.</li>\n<li>Implementing and <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/security-policy\">maintaining security policies</a> and procedures to meet the ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, NIST CSF requirements, and any other compliance that LoginRadius follows.</li>\n<li>Implementing an Information Security Management System and ensuring that it is continually improved and supported with the necessary resources required to achieve the commitments written in this policy statement.</li>\n</ul>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/resource/webhook-integration-datasheet\"><img src=\"/42abc4283ef799b13bd37abbb8c30c23/DS-webhook.webp\" alt=\"DS-webhook\"></a></p>\n<h2 id=\"benefits-of-webhook-loginradius-integration\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#benefits-of-webhook-loginradius-integration\" aria-label=\"benefits of webhook loginradius integration permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Benefits of Webhook LoginRadius Integration</h2>\n<p>Webhook LoginRadius integration allows enterprises to leverage the true potential of instant and real-time notifications. </p>\n<p>In a nutshell, the pre-requested consumer information is passed to the linked applications when an event happens. This removes the need for a manual poll for new data at predefined intervals. </p>\n<p>This helps enhance the overall efficiency of business processes running on data as their primary fuel. </p>\n<h2 id=\"where-to-use-webhook-loginradius-integration\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#where-to-use-webhook-loginradius-integration\" aria-label=\"where to use webhook loginradius integration permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Where to Use Webhook LoginRadius Integration?</h2>\n<p>Depending on the various event and data needs, businesses can use webhooks to:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Know that an event has occurred</li>\n<li>Ensure data is synced across multiple web apps</li>\n<li>Connect two or more apps where an event in one app triggers an event in another app and vice versa </li>\n<li>Customize apps and their functionality based on the needs</li>\n<li>Create tailored marketing campaigns</li>\n</ul>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#conclusion\" aria-label=\"conclusion permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Conclusion</h2>\n<p>The modern digital era demands businesses to efficiently manage and leverage data to stay ahead of the curve. </p>\n<p>With LoginRadius integration, enterprises can seamlessly integrate multiple applications, including Webhook that can help collect and sync crucial data in real-time. </p>\n<p>LoginRadius can easily connect customer data to your existing API-driven tools, delivering an incredible experience for your customers and saving you money.</p>\n<p>If you wish to see the future of CIAM in action, <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/contact-sales\">reach us</a> for a personalized session. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/contact-us?utm_source=blog&#x26;utm_medium=web&#x26;utm_campaign=loginradius-webhook-datasync-realtime\"><img src=\"/788a6a84e389edac18728007099fdc1d/Book-a-free-demo-request-1024x310.webp\"></a></p>\n<style class=\"grvsc-styles\">\n  .grvsc-container {\n    overflow: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    padding-top: 1rem;\n    padding-top: var(--grvsc-padding-top, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    padding-bottom: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: var(--grvsc-padding-bottom, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    border-radius: var(--grvsc-border-radius, 8px);\n    font-feature-settings: normal;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-code {\n    display: inline-block;\n    min-width: 100%;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line {\n    display: inline-block;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    width: 100%;\n    padding-left: 1.5rem;\n    padding-left: var(--grvsc-padding-left, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n    padding-right: 1.5rem;\n    padding-right: var(--grvsc-padding-right, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line-highlighted {\n    background-color: var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-background-color, transparent);\n    box-shadow: inset var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-width, 4px) 0 0 0 var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-color, transparent);\n  }\n  \n</style>","frontmatter":{"date":"November 24, 2021","updated_date":null,"description":"Businesses can leverage the true potential of Webhook that allows them to build or set up integrations that subscribe to certain events on LoginRadius CIAM. Let’s understand how LoginRadius improves business performance through third-party integrations and helps sync your crucial business data in real-time through Webhook.","title":"How LoginRadius Webhook Allows You to Sync Your Data in Real-Time","tags":["webhook","data security","ciam platform","cx"],"pinned":null,"coverImage":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"aspectRatio":1.6260162601626016,"src":"/static/102808f1c71034546156ef5980339cdf/58556/webhook-cover.webp","srcSet":"/static/102808f1c71034546156ef5980339cdf/61e93/webhook-cover.webp 200w,\n/static/102808f1c71034546156ef5980339cdf/1f5c5/webhook-cover.webp 400w,\n/static/102808f1c71034546156ef5980339cdf/58556/webhook-cover.webp 800w,\n/static/102808f1c71034546156ef5980339cdf/cc834/webhook-cover.webp 1024w","sizes":"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px"}}},"author":{"id":"Vishal Sharma","github":null,"avatar":null}}}},{"node":{"excerpt":"Can the biggest shopping days of the year also be the biggest security disaster?  Turns out -- it can be (no surprise there!). Every year…","fields":{"slug":"/identity/online-shopping-tips/"},"html":"<p>Can the biggest shopping days of the year also be the biggest security disaster? </p>\n<p>Turns out -- it can be (no surprise there!).</p>\n<p>Every year, online fraudsters concoct new ways to dupe holiday shoppers out of their money. It only takes one mistake to have your consumers' data stolen and for you to end up in a pit of losses, fines, and miscellaneous costs to revive your business. </p>\n<p>According to <a href=\"https://www.verizon.com/business/resources/reports/dbir/\">Verizon's 2021 Data Breach Investigations Report</a>, cybercriminals mostly target confidential data that retail outlets hold. The numbers go as high as 42% for consumer payment data, 41% for personal data, and 33% for credentials. </p>\n<p>So, <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2020/06/consumer-data-privacy-security/\">protecting your consumers’ data online</a> is an essential part of securing your business at large. Your job is to let them shop with confidence with some of the best online shopping tips (discussed below).</p>\n<p>But first, we have a few stats to share. </p>\n<p>Stay calm. While the holiday season is around the corner, some figures may be alarming, but that shouldn't keep you from encouraging your consumers to shop online. </p>\n<h2 id=\"black-friday--cyber-monday-statistics-that-shows-what-to-expect-in-2023\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#black-friday--cyber-monday-statistics-that-shows-what-to-expect-in-2023\" aria-label=\"black friday  cyber monday statistics that shows what to expect in 2023 permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Black Friday &#x26; Cyber Monday Statistics that Shows What to Expect In 2023</h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Research from<a href=\"https://www.finder.com/black-friday-statistics\"> Finder</a> reveals that in 2023, a staggering 132 million Americans are set to engage in shopping activities throughout Cyber Week.</li>\n<li>The prevalence of online shopping for Black Friday sales has risen, with an increasing number of individuals recognizing the convenience of shopping from the comfort of their homes. A <a href=\"https://www.driveresearch.com/market-research-company-blog/black-friday-holiday-shopping-statistics/#BF2\">Drive Research study </a>indicates that approximately 68% of people intend to opt for online sales, while 27% plan to shop in-store, marking a 16% decrease from the 2022 figures.</li>\n<li>According to Imperva's \"State of Security Within eCommerce\", <a href=\"https://www.imperva.com/resources/resource-library/white-papers/the-state-of-security-within-e-commerce/\">57% of attacks</a> targeting retail websites were carried out by bots.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>These statistics have significant consequences, especially when your business is built upon trust and consumer confidence. You need to be proactive about addressing all kinds of cybersecurity threats. </p>\n<h2 id=\"the-biggest-online-shopping-cyber-attacks\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#the-biggest-online-shopping-cyber-attacks\" aria-label=\"the biggest online shopping cyber attacks permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>The Biggest Online Shopping Cyber Attacks</h2>\n<h3 id=\"ddos-attack\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#ddos-attack\" aria-label=\"ddos attack permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>DDoS attack</h3>\n<p>Distributed denial of service or DDoS attack is a malicious attempt where criminals flood a network with an overwhelming traffic volume from multiple sources—that it becomes impossible to deliver service as it usually did. </p>\n<p>DDoS assaults are a common occurrence around the <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2020/04/loginradius-ciam-retail-ecommerce-business/\">online retail industry</a>, mostly because they are easy to deploy, and hackers can bring down a site in a matter of minutes. The damage to the victim is also almost immediate and expensive. </p>\n<h3 id=\"card-fraud\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#card-fraud\" aria-label=\"card fraud permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Card fraud</h3>\n<p>In credit card fraud, hackers employ malicious bots to scan for vulnerabilities within online shopping sites to <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2019/09/prevent-credential-stuffing-attacks/\">steal card numbers</a>. Gift card fraud occurs when bots scan for possible gift card numbers within web applications until the valid ones are found. </p>\n<h3 id=\"phishing-scams\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#phishing-scams\" aria-label=\"phishing scams permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Phishing scams</h3>\n<p>Phishing is one of the most common types of cyberattacks that consumers encounter when online. These days it is quite convenient for cybercriminals to launch a genuine-looking shopping site and unsuspecting scam buyers to enter their personal and financial details—and that's one way how phishing works.</p>\n<p>Sometimes, hackers also send emails with malicious attachments hoping that the receiver would click them and have malicious infections downloaded to their system. </p>\n<h3 id=\"consumer-journey-hijacking\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#consumer-journey-hijacking\" aria-label=\"consumer journey hijacking permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Consumer journey hijacking</h3>\n<p>Consumer journey has become one of the key brand differentiators for enterprises-even surpassing factors like price and product. Consumers expect that their interaction with your brand is as seamless as possible. </p>\n<p>Consumer journey hijacking is a cyberattack where hackers inject unauthorized advertisements (usually as pop-ups or banners) into the consumer's web browser. For example, they may ask the victim to click on the ads with the promise to secure a great deal or redeem a prize they won. </p>\n<h2 id=\"17-online-shopping-tips-for-consumers-to-follow-while-shopping-during-this-holiday-season\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#17-online-shopping-tips-for-consumers-to-follow-while-shopping-during-this-holiday-season\" aria-label=\"17 online shopping tips for consumers to follow while shopping during this holiday season permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>17 Online Shopping Tips for Consumers To Follow While Shopping During This Holiday Season</h2>\n<p><img src=\"/2e7ef8cb9d68d2f5621ee04cc2788800/online-shopping-tips-for-consumers-to-follow-while-shopping.webp\" alt=\"alt_text\" title=\"online-shopping-tips-for-consumers-to-follow-while-shopping\"></p>\n<p>Do not let the stress of untangling a case of identity theft or financial fraud ruin your consumers' Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping. Stay ahead of cybercriminals with the best online tips. Here are the best places to start.</p>\n<h3 id=\"1-use-familiar-websites\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#1-use-familiar-websites\" aria-label=\"1 use familiar websites permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>1. Use familiar websites.</h3>\n<p>Encourage your consumers to shop from sites that they can trust. When they know the site well, there are fewer chances that they will be drifted to a malicious page and ripped off. Also, ask them to be cautious of misspellings or sites using a different domain, for example, .xyz instead of .com. The offers and sales on these sites may look decorated and enticing, but that's how they lure victims in. </p>\n<h3 id=\"2-say-no-to-public-wifi\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#2-say-no-to-public-wifi\" aria-label=\"2 say no to public wifi permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>2. Say no to public wifi.</h3>\n<p>Ask your consumers not to use public networks to make online transactions. That’s not how they should do safe shopping online. Freely available wifi hotspots at a coffee shop or in the airport are red flags. There may be hackers spying on them and waiting for the least opportunity to steal your consumer's name, address, and credit card information. </p>\n<h3 id=\"3-an-extra-vpn-security-could-help\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#3-an-extra-vpn-security-could-help\" aria-label=\"3 an extra vpn security could help permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>3. An extra VPN security could help.</h3>\n<p>If your consumers cannot resist shopping without shipping that hot chocolate, advise them to install a VPN (virtual private network) on their mobile devices, or computers for that matter, before connecting on a public wifi network. VPN creates an encrypted connection between the consumer's device and the VPN server, so any message sent while browsing the internet is safe from hackers. </p>\n<h3 id=\"4-strong-password-hygiene\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#4-strong-password-hygiene\" aria-label=\"4 strong password hygiene permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>4. Strong password hygiene.</h3>\n<p>Another online shopping tip is to mandate your consumers to use strong, unique passwords. If the hacker has the password to an account, they can use the stored payment data to rip you off. Here are a few <a href=\"https://www.business2community.com/cybersecurity/password-security-best-practices-in-2020-02282074\">password protection tips</a> to keep consumers' accounts safe. </p>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask them to use long passwords. For example, it can be a complex set of at least eight lowercase and uppercase letters, numbers, and symbols.</li>\n<li>Ask them not to use passwords that are easy to guess, like birthdays, favorite food. Also, dictionary words are a big no. </li>\n<li>Ask them not to use the same password for multiple accounts. </li>\n<li>Ask them not to share their passwords with anyone else.</li>\n<li>Ask them to keep changing their passwords regularly. </li>\n</ul>\n<h3 id=\"5-check-statements-regularly\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#5-check-statements-regularly\" aria-label=\"5 check statements regularly permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>5. Check statements regularly.</h3>\n<p>Holidays are a season of shopping sprees. Therefore, remind your forgetful consumers to regularly look for fraudulent charges on their credit card, debit card, and other accounts online. When they receive a text message or email about a new charge, ask them to check if they recognize the charge. </p>\n<h3 id=\"6-go-through-the-retailers-security-policy\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#6-go-through-the-retailers-security-policy\" aria-label=\"6 go through the retailers security policy permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>6. Go through the retailer's security policy.</h3>\n<p>Consumers should be aware of what happens to their data that they leave on a website. Some vendors also create accounts to save consumers' credit card information for future transactions. Therefore, encourage your consumers to find out the retailer's privacy policy. It will help them avoid the hassles of fraud and prevent those impulse buys. Always one of the best online shopping tips. </p>\n<h3 id=\"7-steer-clear-of-holiday-shopping-scams\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#7-steer-clear-of-holiday-shopping-scams\" aria-label=\"7 steer clear of holiday shopping scams permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>7. Steer clear of holiday shopping scams.</h3>\n<p>We mean <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/phishing-for-identity/\">phishing</a> scams. For instance, your consumers may receive emails with tempting offers for the holidays that they cannot say no to. Email from unknown vendors often carries viruses and malware. It is always better to play safe and delete emails from suspicious vendors without opening them. </p>\n<h3 id=\"8-download-apps-from-trusted-sources\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#8-download-apps-from-trusted-sources\" aria-label=\"8 download apps from trusted sources permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>8. Download apps from trusted sources.</h3>\n<p>It is crucial that your consumers download applications only from trusted platforms like the App Store, the Google Play Store, Amazon App Store, etc. Most of the applications out there ask consumers for various permissions during installation. Encourage your consumers to read those carefully and only check boxes that make sense to them. They can also read reviews and ratings from existing consumers before making any decision. </p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/resource/omnichannel-retailer-customer-experience\"><img src=\"/97493d8448255a746b2255c3db92669b/WP-omnichannel-ret.webp\" alt=\"WP-omnichannel-ret\"></a></p>\n<h3 id=\"9-read-return-policies\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#9-read-return-policies\" aria-label=\"9 read return policies permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>9. Read return policies.</h3>\n<p>Another useful online shopping tip is to encourage your consumers to always go through return policies before hitting \"buy.\" Since they are buying items that are not tried and tested, there are always chances they may not be the right fit as they would at a local store. You consumers should be well aware in advance of how their vendors handle returns. </p>\n<h3 id=\"10-use-credit-cards-instead-of-debit-cards\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#10-use-credit-cards-instead-of-debit-cards\" aria-label=\"10 use credit cards instead of debit cards permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>10. Use credit cards instead of debit cards.</h3>\n<p>Wherever possible, ask your consumers to prefer credit cards as their choice of payment over debit. The reason being, consumers can withhold credit card payments from a vendor in case of any dispute. Also, depending on your consumers' country, they need to pay only a small amount of the entire fraudulent charge and mitigate the fraud. </p>\n<p>But with a debit card, the money is deducted from your consumer's bank account. Though it is possible to recoup the fraudulent charges eventually, that's a difficult and a very long shot. </p>\n<h3 id=\"11-dont-respond-to-pop-ups\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#11-dont-respond-to-pop-ups\" aria-label=\"11 dont respond to pop ups permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>11. Don't respond to pop-ups.</h3>\n<p>Ask your consumers to ignore all pop-up offers and deals. They should not respond or click on the links. For example, if a pop-up says, \"clean your infected computer,\" ensure that they ignore it. They are all scams. </p>\n<h3 id=\"12-use-secure-websites\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#12-use-secure-websites\" aria-label=\"12 use secure websites permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>12. Use secure websites.</h3>\n<p>There is a small icon in the left-hand corner of any website's URL bar. URLs that start with \"HTTPS\" are secure sites, and they encrypt all data that consumers share on the site. It is another best online shopping tip that your consumers exercise caution before providing their financial information on sites without the \"s\". </p>\n<h3 id=\"13-keep-receipts\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#13-keep-receipts\" aria-label=\"13 keep receipts permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>13. Keep receipts.</h3>\n<p>When your consumers shop anything online, they receive a sales confirmation after the purchase, mostly in the form of emails. Ask them not to delete these emails until the item has arrived and they are satisfied with the product. It is an important piece of information that they require to call consumer service or return a purchase. </p>\n<h3 id=\"14-dont-accept-virtual-gifts\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#14-dont-accept-virtual-gifts\" aria-label=\"14 dont accept virtual gifts permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>14. Don't accept virtual gifts.</h3>\n<p>Fake websites offer free gifts to consumers to entice them into sharing their banking details. Another online shopping tip for consumers is never to accept free gifts online. Virtual gift cards have the highest risk of <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2019/10/cybersecurity-attacks-business/\">cyber fraud</a>. </p>\n<h3 id=\"15-use-an-extra-email-account\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#15-use-an-extra-email-account\" aria-label=\"15 use an extra email account permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>15. Use an extra email account.</h3>\n<p>This is an interesting online shopping tip that can save your consumers the hassles of financial or identity fraud. Ask them to use a separate email address for shopping altogether. This way, they can steer clear of compromising their personal information. P.S. Remind them to use passwords for each account.</p>\n<h3 id=\"16-never-leave-devices-unlocked\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#16-never-leave-devices-unlocked\" aria-label=\"16 never leave devices unlocked permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>16. Never leave devices unlocked.</h3>\n<p>It is a good practice to keep devices locked at all times. Prying eyes can be anywhere—it only takes seconds for someone to watch over the shoulder and get hold of your consumers' passwords. Add a <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/multi-factor-authentication/\">second layer of authentication</a> (MFA), for instance, a PIN or passcode, before letting your consumers in. </p>\n<h3 id=\"17-do-not-overshare\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#17-do-not-overshare\" aria-label=\"17 do not overshare permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>17. Do not overshare.</h3>\n<p>No genuine website asks for consumers' Social Security number (SSN) to complete a transaction. So, if they are doing it, they are most certainly phishing attempts. Encourage your consumers to call the consumer service for more details before handing out sensitive information. </p>\n<h2 id=\"how-loginradius-can-help-in-securing-your-data-safe-while-providing-a-delightful-digital-experience\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#how-loginradius-can-help-in-securing-your-data-safe-while-providing-a-delightful-digital-experience\" aria-label=\"how loginradius can help in securing your data safe while providing a delightful digital experience permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>How LoginRadius Can Help in Securing Your Data Safe While Providing a Delightful Digital Experience</h2>\n<p>As an organization, it is also crucial that you take similar steps to minimize your consumers' cyber liabilities. Using the LoginRadius <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2019/06/customer-identity-and-access-management/\">consumer identity and access management solution</a>, you can provide them the safest and most secure digital experience while looking out to implement the best online shopping tips. </p>\n<p>Here how you get personalized marketing, 360-degree customer profiling, data safety, and <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2020/04/omnichannel-customer-experience/\">omnichannel experience</a> for your consumers. </p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Improved registration and login options</strong>: The identity management platform allows consumers to register using <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2020/10/loginradius-launches-passwordless-login-with-magic-link-or-otp/\">Magic Link via Emai</a>l, OTP Login via Email, or OTP Login via Phone. This way, consumers need not remember passwords to log in anymore. </li>\n<li><strong>360-degree view of consumers</strong>: It offers a 360-degree view of consumer demographics, so you can plan your next move based on their behavior and personal preferences while building better relationships.</li>\n<li><strong>Social login</strong>: Social login allows consumers to authenticate with a social media account. It helps your consumers skip the hassles of the registration and end up with a seamless consumer onboarding. </li>\n<li><strong>Single sign-on (SSO)</strong>: It allows consumers to access multiple accounts with a <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/2019/05/what-is-single-sign-on/\">single set of credentials</a>, offering ease of authentication and a frictionless omnichannel experience. </li>\n<li><strong>Multi-factor authentication (MFA):</strong> It offers multiple layers of authentication during the login process to ensure that the right consumers log in. </li>\n<li><strong>Security compliance</strong>: LoginRadius adheres to international standards like the E.U.'s GDPR and <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/identity/how-loginradius-helps-enterprises-stay-ccpa-compliant-in-2020/\">California's CCPA</a>. Other certifications include PCI DSS, ISO 27001:2013, ISO 27017:2015, ISO/IEC 27018:2019, U.S. Privacy Shield, NIST Cybersecurity Framework, and more. </li>\n</ul>\n<h2 id=\"conclusion\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#conclusion\" aria-label=\"conclusion permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Conclusion</h2>\n<p>Safe online shopping tips are essential to providing excellent experiences to both <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/industry-retail-and-ecommerce/\">consumers and retailers alike</a>. It is a smart approach to know your immediate threats, so there is no room for mistakes. </p>\n<p>The tips and solutions discussed above can protect your consumers from underlying threats this holiday season. Have a great shopping spree! </p>\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#faqs\" aria-label=\"faqs permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>FAQs</h2>\n<p>Q1. Why is security crucial during Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping?</p>\n<p>A: These events attract cybercriminals; securing data is vital to prevent scams and breaches.</p>\n<p>Q2. What are common online shopping threats mentioned in the blog?</p>\n<p>A: DDoS attacks, card fraud, phishing scams, and consumer journey hijacking.</p>\n<p>Q3. How can consumers protect themselves while shopping online?</p>\n<p>A: Tips include using trusted sites, avoiding public Wi-Fi, and employing VPNs.</p>\n<p>Q4. What's the role of multi-factor authentication in online shopping security?</p>\n<p>A: It adds an extra layer, ensuring the right users access their accounts.</p>\n<p>Q5. How can businesses enhance data security during these events?</p>\n<p>A: Solutions like LoginRadius offer secure registration, 360-degree consumer views, and multi-factor authentication.</p>\n<p><a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/contact-us?utm_source=blog&#x26;utm_medium=web&#x26;utm_campaign=online-shopping-tips\"><img src=\"/8fce571f703a5970dbb1359a2fe0e51a/book-a-demo-loginradius.webp\" alt=\"book-a-demo-loginradius\"></a></p>\n<style class=\"grvsc-styles\">\n  .grvsc-container {\n    overflow: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    padding-top: 1rem;\n    padding-top: var(--grvsc-padding-top, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    padding-bottom: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: var(--grvsc-padding-bottom, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    border-radius: var(--grvsc-border-radius, 8px);\n    font-feature-settings: normal;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-code {\n    display: inline-block;\n    min-width: 100%;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line {\n    display: inline-block;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    width: 100%;\n    padding-left: 1.5rem;\n    padding-left: var(--grvsc-padding-left, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n    padding-right: 1.5rem;\n    padding-right: var(--grvsc-padding-right, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line-highlighted {\n    background-color: var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-background-color, transparent);\n    box-shadow: inset var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-width, 4px) 0 0 0 var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-color, transparent);\n  }\n  \n</style>","frontmatter":{"date":"November 24, 2021","updated_date":null,"description":"Many people prefer shopping online these days rather than going to a conventional store. Therefore, securing the data of your customers online is an integral part of protecting the organisation as a whole. 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Every day brings a new learning—adapting to new standards…","fields":{"slug":"/identity/developer-first-identity-provider-loginradius/"},"html":"<p>Identity is evolving, and developers are at the forefront of this transformation. Every day brings a new learning—adapting to new standards and refining approaches to building secure, seamless experiences.</p>\n<p>We’re here to support developers on that journey. We know how important simplicity, efficiency, and well-structured documentation are when working with identity and access management solutions. That’s why we’ve redesigned the <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/\">LoginRadius website</a>—to be faster, more intuitive, and developer-first in every way.</p>\n<p>The goal? Having them spend less time searching and more time building.</p>\n<h2 id=\"whats-new-and-improved-on-the-loginradius-website\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#whats-new-and-improved-on-the-loginradius-website\" aria-label=\"whats new and improved on the loginradius website permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>What’s New and Improved on the LoginRadius Website?</h2>\n<p>LoginRadius’ vision is to give developers a product that simplifies identity management so they can focus on building, deploying, and scaling their applications. To enhance this experience, we’ve spent the last few months redesigning our interface— making navigation more intuitive and reassuring that essential resources are easily accessible.</p>\n<p>Here’s a closer look at what’s new and why it’s important:</p>\n<h3 id=\"a-developer-friendly-dark-theme\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#a-developer-friendly-dark-theme\" aria-label=\"a developer friendly dark theme permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>A Developer-Friendly Dark Theme</h3>\n<p><img src=\"/f46881583c7518a93bb24e94c32320de/a-developer-friendly-dark-theme.webp\" alt=\"This image shows how LoginRadius offers several authentication methods like traditional login, social login, passwordless login, passkeys and more in a dark mode.\">    </p>\n<p>Developers spend long hours working in dark-themed IDEs and terminals, so we’ve designed the LoginRadius experience to be developer-friendly and align with that preference.</p>\n<p>The new dark mode reduces eye strain, enhances readability, and provides a seamless transition between a coding environment and our platform. Our new design features a clean, modern aesthetic with a consistent color scheme and Barlow typography, ensuring better readability. High-quality graphics and icons are thoughtfully placed to enhance the content without adding visual clutter.</p>\n<p>So, whether you’re navigating our API docs or configuring authentication into your system, our improved interface will make those extended development hours more comfortable and efficient.</p>\n<h3 id=\"clear-categorization-for-loginradius-capabilities\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#clear-categorization-for-loginradius-capabilities\" aria-label=\"clear categorization for loginradius capabilities permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Clear Categorization for LoginRadius Capabilities</h3>\n<p><img src=\"/e5358b82be414940f3fb146013845933/capabilities.webp\" alt=\"This image shows a breakdown of all the LoginRadius CIAM capabilities, including authentication, security, UX, scalability and multi-brand management.\"></p>\n<p>We’ve restructured our website to provide a straightforward breakdown of our customer identity and access management platform capabilities, helping you quickly find what you need:</p>\n<ul>\n<li>Authentication: Easily understand <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/blog/identity/authentication-option-for-your-product/\">how to choose the right login method</a>, from traditional passwords and OTPs to social login, federated SSO, and passkeys with few lines of code.</li>\n<li>Security: Implement no-code security features like bot detection, IP throttling, breached password alerts, DDoS protection, and adaptive MFA to safeguard user accounts.</li>\n<li>User Experience: Leverage AI builder, hosted pages, and drag-and-drop workflows to create smooth, branded sign-up and login experiences.</li>\n<li>High Performance &#x26; Scalability: Confidently scale with sub-100ms API response times, 100% uptime, 240K+ RPS, and 28+ global data center regions.</li>\n<li>Multi-Brand Management: Efficiently manage multiple identity apps, choosing isolated or shared data stores based on your brand’s unique needs.</li>\n</ul>\n<p>This structured layout ensures you can quickly understand each capability and how it integrates into your identity ecosystem.</p>\n<h3 id=\"developer-first-navigation\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#developer-first-navigation\" aria-label=\"developer first navigation permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Developer-First Navigation</h3>\n<p><img src=\"/a8c155c2b6faf3d5f4b4de4e2b14d763/developers-menu.webp\" alt=\"This image shows the LoginRadius menu bar, highlighting the developer dropdown.\">   </p>\n<p>We’ve been analyzing developer workflows to identify how you access key resources. That’s why we redesigned our navigation with one goal in mind: to reduce clicks and make essential resources readily available.</p>\n<p>The new LoginRadius structure puts APIs, SDKs, and integration guides right at the menu bar under the Developers dropdown so you can get started faster. Our Products, Solutions, and Customer Services are also clearly categorized, helping development teams quickly find the right tools and make informed decisions.</p>\n<h3 id=\"quick-understanding-of-integration-benefits\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#quick-understanding-of-integration-benefits\" aria-label=\"quick understanding of integration benefits permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Quick Understanding of Integration Benefits</h3>\n<p><img src=\"/b2f9a964a2da0ea83e2f8596b833bba7/we-support-your-tech-stack.webp\" alt=\"This image shows a list of popular programming languages and frameworks offered by LoginRadius.\"></p>\n<p>Developers now have a clear view of the tech stack available with LoginRadius, designed to support diverse business needs.</p>\n<p>Our platform offers pre-built SDKs for Node.js, Python, Java, and more, making CIAM integration seamless across popular programming languages and frameworks.</p>\n<h2 id=\"over-to-you-now\" style=\"position:relative;\"><a href=\"#over-to-you-now\" aria-label=\"over to you now permalink\" class=\"anchor before\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" focusable=\"false\" height=\"16\" version=\"1.1\" viewBox=\"0 0 16 16\" width=\"16\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M4 9h1v1H4c-1.5 0-3-1.69-3-3.5S2.55 3 4 3h4c1.45 0 3 1.69 3 3.5 0 1.41-.91 2.72-2 3.25V8.59c.58-.45 1-1.27 1-2.09C10 5.22 8.98 4 8 4H4c-.98 0-2 1.22-2 2.5S3 9 4 9zm9-3h-1v1h1c1 0 2 1.22 2 2.5S13.98 12 13 12H9c-.98 0-2-1.22-2-2.5 0-.83.42-1.64 1-2.09V6.25c-1.09.53-2 1.84-2 3.25C6 11.31 7.55 13 9 13h4c1.45 0 3-1.69 3-3.5S14.5 6 13 6z\"></path></svg></a>Over to You Now!</h2>\n<p>Check out our <a href=\"https://www.loginradius.com/\">revamped LoginRadius website</a> and see how the improved experience makes it easier to build, scale, and secure your applications.</p>\n<p>Do not forget to explore the improved navigation and API documentation, and get started with our free trial today. We’re excited to see what you’ll build with LoginRadius!</p>\n<style class=\"grvsc-styles\">\n  .grvsc-container {\n    overflow: auto;\n    -webkit-overflow-scrolling: touch;\n    padding-top: 1rem;\n    padding-top: var(--grvsc-padding-top, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    padding-bottom: 1rem;\n    padding-bottom: var(--grvsc-padding-bottom, var(--grvsc-padding-v, 1rem));\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    border-radius: var(--grvsc-border-radius, 8px);\n    font-feature-settings: normal;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-code {\n    display: inline-block;\n    min-width: 100%;\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line {\n    display: inline-block;\n    box-sizing: border-box;\n    width: 100%;\n    padding-left: 1.5rem;\n    padding-left: var(--grvsc-padding-left, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n    padding-right: 1.5rem;\n    padding-right: var(--grvsc-padding-right, var(--grvsc-padding-h, 1.5rem));\n  }\n  \n  .grvsc-line-highlighted {\n    background-color: var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-background-color, transparent);\n    box-shadow: inset var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-width, 4px) 0 0 0 var(--grvsc-line-highlighted-border-color, transparent);\n  }\n  \n</style>","frontmatter":{"date":"February 21, 2025","updated_date":null,"description":"LoginRadius’ vision is to give developers a product that simplifies identity management so they can focus on building, deploying, and scaling their applications. 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