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Thousands of ecommerce sites at risk after popular CMS targeted by malware attack — here's what you need to know

Caution sign data unlocking hackers. Malicious software, virus and cybercrime, System warning hacked alert, cyberattack on online network, data breach, risk of website.
  • OpenCart websites were silently injected with malware that mimics trusted tracking scripts
  • Script hides in analytics tags and quietly swaps real payment forms for fake ones
  • Obfuscated JavaScript allowed attackers to slip past detection and launch credential theft in real time

A new Magecart-style attack has raised concerns across the cybersecurity landscape, targeting ecommerce websites which rely on the OpenCart CMS.

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