EU wants Booking.com to check out of its scam problem
Summary
The European Commission has launched an investigation into Booking.com under the Digital Services Act (DSA) due to concerns about fake listings and phishing scams on the platform. The Commission stated that Booking.com's defenses against fraud are "absolutely substandard."
IFF Assessment
FOE
This article highlights significant security weaknesses on a major travel platform, indicating a potential risk to users and their data.
Defender Context
This investigation into Booking.com underscores the ongoing challenges platforms face in combating scams and fake listings. Defenders should be aware of the evolving tactics used by threat actors to exploit online platforms and the regulatory scrutiny such incidents can attract.