IC3 Releases Alert on Microchip-Enabled Credit Cards

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IC3 Releases Alert on Microchip-Enabled Credit Cards [ 
https://www.us-cert.gov/ncas/current-activity/2015/10/08/IC3-Releases-Alert-Microchip-Enabled-Credit-Cards ] 10/08/2015 
08:37 PM EDT 
Original release date: October 08, 2015

The Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has issued an alert to consumers and merchants about the security risks 
involved with EMV Cards. An EMV card is a credit or debit card with a microchip that helps protect cardholder data. 
However, EMV cards may still be vulnerable to exploitation.

US-CERT encourages consumers and merchants to review the IC3 Alert [ http://www.ic3.gov/media/2015/151008.aspx ] for 
information on EMV card vulnerabilities and proactive defensive measures.

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