Why the browser has become the weakest link for financial institutions and e-commerce organizations, and the consequences of failing to protect the client side
WHITE PAPER
Securing the Financial & E-Commerce Web: Insights from Jscrambler and GM Sectec on Client-Side Protection in the Payment Ecosystem
As financial institutions and e-commerce organizations move more operations into the browser, it now hosts their most sensitive assets. Customer identities, personal data, and payment information are processed directly on the client side, alongside proprietary business logic such as pricing rules, eligibility checks, and checkout flows. This makes the browser a high-value target for attackers, and traditional server-focused defenses are no longer sufficient to protect these critical processes.
This white paper explores how Jscrambler and GM Sectec combine expertise in client-side security, regulatory compliance, and fraud prevention to help financial institutions and e-commerce organizations address these emerging risks. It examines how a unified approach can reduce client-side exposure, strengthen compliance, and safeguard customer data across modern digital banking and online commerce environments.
This white paper is available in three languages: English, Spanish and Portuguese.
Why the browser has become the weakest link for financial institutions and e-commerce organizations, and the consequences of failing to protect the client side
How internal code protection and mitigation of third-party and supply chain risks secure sensitive customer data, proprietary business logic, and transactions
What the Jscrambler and GM Sectec partnership delivers, including a unified approach to client-side defense and strategic advantages for financial institutions
Real-world use case examples and success stories demonstrating effective client-side protection and compliance