Point-of-Sale (PoS) malware

Point-Of-Sale (PoS) malware is a type of computer malicious software specifically designed to infect Point-of-Sale systems to steal financial information such as credit card numbers and passwords. This type of malware is unique in that it is typically installed on financial systems and is usually not detected by traditional anti-virus programs.

PoS malware works by accessing the financial information stored on the system’s memory as it is being processed. Once the information is accessed, the malware then sends the data to a remote server owned by the criminals. This allows them to use the stolen credit card or other payment information to make fraudulent purchases or steal money from legitimate bank accounts.

PoS malware is typically spread in two different ways. The first is through malicious software embedded into websites. When someone visits a website, the malicious code is sent to their computer, which then installs the malware on their system. The second way a PoS malware can spread is through infected flash drives. When an infected flash drive is plugged into a system, it can spread the malware to other computers on the same network.

In order to protect yourself from PoS malware, it is important to keep all of your systems up to date and use anti-malware programs when visiting unfamiliar websites or using external storage devices. Additionally, you should be wary of suspicious emails and messages as they are often used to spread the malware. It is also a good practice to regularly review your financial statements to ensure that all transactions are valid.