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The Changelog: Software Development, Open Source
Securing ecommerce: "It's complicated" (Interview)
Mar 20, 2025
Ilya Grigorik, a distinguished engineer at Shopify, dives deep into the complexities of securing e-commerce checkouts. He discusses the rise of sophisticated threats like digital skimming and the importance of PCI compliance. Ilya shares insights on optimizing checkout performance and the innovative sandboxing approach used to manage third-party integrations safely. He also touches on how tools like Retool and advances in AI are reshaping developer efficiency and security in the rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape.
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- The rise of sophisticated cyber-attacks necessitates complex security measures and compliance standards to protect e-commerce checkouts.
- Implementing sandboxing technology can significantly enhance checkout security by isolating potential threats from third-party scripts, improving performance and user experience.
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The Importance of Securing E-commerce Checkouts
Securing e-commerce checkouts is increasingly critical due to the rising sophistication of cyber-attacks, such as digital skimming. The complexity of checkout systems requires a comprehensive understanding of various elements like taxes, shipping, inventory, and compliance regulations. Compliance with PCI (Payment Card Industry) standards is necessary to protect sensitive user information, which adds layers of technical requirements that can be burdensome for developers. As e-commerce sales continue to grow, maintaining security in checkout operations becomes a significant challenge that impacts not only merchants but also consumer trust.
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