Category: Identity Theft

Are You Opening Yourself Up to Identity Theft on Facebook
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Are You Opening Yourself Up to Identity Theft on Facebook

By Ed Brophy on May 18, 2010 in Identity Theft

Are you opening yourself up to identity theft on Facebook by including too much personal information in your profile? Here are seven things you should stop doing immediately to protect yourself from becoming a victim.  Learn more Interesting Facts About Identity Theft. by Consumer Reports Magazine Wednesday, May 12, 2010 Using a Weak Password Avoid [...]

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Despite Known Online Threats, Young Adults Choose Convenience Over Security
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Despite Known Online Threats, Young Adults Choose Convenience Over Security

By Ed Brophy on May 11, 2010 in Identity Theft

Despite being aware of security threats, the risky online behavior of young adults can negatively affect their future career prospects and financial standings, while leaving them vulnerable to identity theft and fraud, according to a new survey commissioned by RSA, The Security Division of EMC ( EMC). “The irony of these findings is that the [...]

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Interesting Facts About Identity Theft – Are You an Invisible Victim?
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Interesting Facts About Identity Theft – Are You an Invisible Victim?

By Ed Brophy on Feb 25, 2009 in Identity Theft

An associate of mine recently discovered he was a victim of Identity Theft (links to the FTC website), as a result I discovered through speaking with the police that almost 95% of cases involving on-line Identity Theft are never prosecuted. I’m sure you’re wondering why. Apparently it becomes a jurisdiction issue. The thief may be [...]

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