U.S. Bancorp’s Elavon Partners with Jscrambler to Combat Web Skimming Threats
- Elavon partners with Jscrambler to enhance payment security for over 400 merchants amid rising web skimming attacks.
- The collaboration aims to help merchants comply with PCI DSS requirements for script management and tamper detection.
- Elavon's proactive approach positions it as a leader in addressing cyber threats and fostering a secure e-commerce environment.

Strengthening Payment Security: Elavon and Jscrambler Unite Against Web Skimming Threats
Elavon, a prominent player in the payment processing industry, is taking significant steps to bolster security for its merchant network by partnering with Jscrambler, a leader in client-side protection and compliance solutions. This collaboration targets over 400 merchants within Elavon's ecosystem, addressing the urgent need for enhanced security measures in light of a staggering 103% increase in web skimming attacks, particularly those related to Magecart infections, reported in the first half of 2024. As cyber threats intensify, Elavon recognizes the critical importance of helping merchants comply with PCI DSS requirements, specifically sections 6.4.3 and 11.6.1, which focus on script inventory management and tamper detection.
Jscrambler’s innovative Client-Side Protection and Compliance Platform provides a comprehensive solution aimed at securing payment pages and ensuring compliance efficiently. Key features of this platform include automated script management that simplifies the discovery and authorization of payment page scripts, real-time skimming prevention to thwart unauthorized data access, and tamper detection that continuously monitors changes in HTTP headers and page content. These capabilities are essential for merchants operating in today's digital landscape, where the threat of data breaches looms large. Andrew McCarroll, Elavon’s PCIP Customer Payment Security Executive, underscores the urgency for merchants to adopt these robust security measures to safeguard their operations and maintain customer trust.
The partnership emphasizes flexibility in deployment, offering a hybrid architecture that accommodates both agentless and agent-based solutions. This adaptability is particularly beneficial for merchants with complex or newly acquired payment pages, allowing for rapid and effective compliance. By leveraging Jscrambler's extensive expertise in client-side security, Elavon empowers its merchants to protect their businesses from the growing prevalence of skimming attacks, fostering a secure e-commerce environment that prioritizes customer safety and confidence.
In addition to enhancing security, this collaboration reflects a broader trend within the payment processing industry as companies increasingly prioritize compliance and protection against cyber threats. The rise of e-commerce has brought about new challenges, and Elavon’s proactive approach positions it as a leader in addressing these vulnerabilities.
As the partnership progresses, both Elavon and Jscrambler aim to not only shield their merchants from immediate threats but also to cultivate a culture of security across the payment processing sector. This initiative serves as a vital reminder of the importance of vigilance in the face of evolving cyber risks and the necessity for businesses to invest in robust security solutions to ensure customer trust and loyalty.