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Removable media remains a blindspot in connected retail

Original: Why removable media remains a blindspot in connected retail

Retail is being warned that USB drives and other removable media remain a major blindspot in connected store environments, despite growing cyber security investment across the sector. As retailers connect more tills, kiosks and back-office systems, uncontrolled removable devices can bypass network defences and introduce malware or enable data theft. Security commentators say stricter device control policies are needed.

Why now: Ongoing concern among retailers about cyber security gaps as stores become more connected

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