Must have something to do with the time of year---I have had the same credit card for Y E A R S, even knew the number by heart. Got a call from the bank that issued the card that there had been unusual activity....$251 and $350 for Western Union, $790 in Snap on Tools, and $150 in music...they contacted me that very day...took care of the charges, canceled my card and issued another. But I have no clue "how" they got the numbers. Always check for the "padlock" safety sign and have dealt with the same places for years. It IS frightening!!!!!