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"Temporary workers brought in to help during the busy holiday shopping season can sometimes pose a data security risk for companies. Retailers that hire temporary help need to keep a watchful eye on them to reduce the risk of data compromises, said Bob Russo, general manager of the PCI Security Standards Council. The council oversees the implementation of mandatory security standards for protecting credit and debit card data across the payment industry. With many retailers hiring temporary workers to handle extra business, vigilance is key, Russo said. "Management needs to hover at this time of the year, especially with temps," he said. Temporary workers who handle credit card data or are involved in any form of payment processing need to follow appropriate security procedures. Proper access controls also need to be in place to prevent temporary workers from gaining access to other systems, he said."