Download or read book Identity Theft Alert written by Steve Weisman and published by FT Press. This book was released on 2014-06-16 with total page 275 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Protect yourself from identity theft! Nearly 17 million Americans were victimized by identity theft in 2012 alone: for 13 straight years, it has been America's #1 consumer crime. No one is immune: children, the elderly and even the dead have been victimized. Identity theft can be high-tech, low-tech, or even no tech, via "dumpster diving." You're vulnerable, and you need to act. Fortunately, you can take practical steps to safeguard your identity right now. In Identity Theft Alert, award-winning author and attorney Steve Weisman shows you exactly what to do, and how to do it. Equally important, he also tells you what to stop doing: the common, inadvertent behaviors that could be setting you up as a victim. Weisman starts with a clear-eyed assessment of the problem, helping you understand just how much risk you face. Next, he helps you understand, anticipate, and prevent all these frightening forms of identity theft: Identity theft via Facebook and other social media Identity theft via your iPhone or Android smartphone Theft of your credit or debit cards, and other access to your finances Crime sprees performed in your name Medical identity theft that could lead to you getting the wrong treatment – and could even kill you The fast-growing scourge of income tax identity theft, including stolen refunds Don't be the next victim: read this book, follow its step-by-step advice, and protect yourself!
Download or read book The Complete Idiot s Guide to Recovering from Identity Theft written by Mari J. Frank and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2010-05-04 with total page 327 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A clear path out of the nightmare Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in the United States and in many cases the victim has no knowledge of the theft until the situation is dire. Author Mari J. Frank, an attorney and advocate for victims of identity theft, takes the reader through every step necessary to reclaim their identity and wipe the records of theft off of all reports. • Covers every kind of fraud including bank, credit card, loans, insurance, medical, government, tax, professional license, business, employer, and online • A step–by–step process to reclaiming identity and wiping the records of theft off all reports
Download or read book Stopping Identity Theft written by Scott Mitic and published by NOLO. This book was released on 2009 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presents ways to protect yourself and your family against America's fastedt growing crime.
Download or read book Johnny May s Guide to Preventing Identity Theft written by Johnny R. May and published by Security Resources Unlimited, LLC. This book was released on 2004-04 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With over 27 million identity thefts reported in the last five years and over $48 billion in theft losses to businesses and financial institutions in 2002 alone, this up-to-date and comprehensive guide is a must-have for those who want to protect themselves.
Download or read book Stealing Your Life written by Frank W. Abagnale and published by . This book was released on 2007 with total page 376 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Examines the growing problem of identity theft, explaining how easy it is for anyone to assume someone else's identity, the devastating impact of such a crime, ways identity thieves work, and concrete ways to protect oneself against the crime.
Download or read book Take Charge written by and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page 52 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Phishing written by Rachael Lininger and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2005-05-06 with total page 337 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "Phishing" is the hot new identity theft scam. An unsuspecting victim receives an e-mail that seems to come from a bank or other financial institution, and it contains a link to a Web site where s/he is asked to provide account details. The site looks legitimate, and 3 to 5 percent of people who receive the e-mail go on to surrender their information-to crooks. One e-mail monitoring organization reported 2.3 billion phishing messages in February 2004 alone. If that weren't enough, the crooks have expanded their operations to include malicious code that steals identity information without the computer user's knowledge. Thousands of computers are compromised each day, and phishing code is increasingly becoming part of the standard exploits. Written by a phishing security expert at a top financial institution, this unique book helps IT professionals respond to phishing incidents. After describing in detail what goes into phishing expeditions, the author provides step-by-step directions for discouraging attacks and responding to those that have already happened. In Phishing, Rachael Lininger: Offers case studies that reveal the technical ins and outs of impressive phishing attacks. Presents a step-by-step model for phishing prevention. Explains how intrusion detection systems can help prevent phishers from attaining their goal-identity theft. Delivers in-depth incident response techniques that can quickly shutdown phishing sites.
Download or read book Safeguarding Your Identity Essential Tips to Prevent Identity Theft written by Genalin Jimenez and published by Genalin Jimenez. This book was released on with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In today's digital age, protecting your identity has become more crucial than ever. Identity theft poses a significant risk, with cybercriminals constantly devising new ways to access personal information for fraudulent purposes. "Safeguarding Your Identity: Essential Tips to Prevent Identity Theft" is a comprehensive guide designed to empower individuals with the knowledge and strategies necessary to keep their personal information secure. This informative resource provides a range of practical tips and best practices to help you safeguard your identity effectively. It covers various aspects of identity theft prevention, including online and offline strategies, to ensure comprehensive protection. Whether you're a tech-savvy individual or just starting your digital journey, this guide caters to all levels of expertise. The guide begins by highlighting common methods used by identity thieves, such as phishing scams, data breaches, and social engineering techniques. By understanding these tactics, readers can develop a proactive mindset and recognize potential threats before falling victim to them. Moreover, "Safeguarding Your Identity" delves into the importance of strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, and encryption to fortify your digital defenses. It offers step-by-step instructions and practical advice on creating robust passwords, managing them securely, and utilizing password managers effectively. Recognizing that identity theft extends beyond the digital realm, this guide also provides valuable insights into safeguarding your identity in the offline world. It covers topics like securing your physical documents, protecting your Social Security number, and being cautious with sharing personal information both online and offline. Additionally, the guide explores the significance of regularly monitoring your financial accounts, credit reports, and online presence. It educates readers on how to detect signs of identity theft early on and take immediate action to minimize damage. By following the tips and guidance provided in "Safeguarding Your Identity: Essential Tips to Prevent Identity Theft," you can establish a robust defense against identity theft and enhance your overall security posture. Protect your personal information, maintain peace of mind, and empower yourself with the knowledge to navigate the digital landscape safely.
Download or read book Stolen Identity written by Lisa Harris and published by Harlequin. This book was released on 2013-06-04 with total page 219 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who would want her life? Danielle Corbett doesn't understand why someone would want to steal her identity. A single mother running a small business—nothing special, right? But after discovering a dead body on the Oregon coastline, she's attacked by a dangerous hacker who will stop at nothing to frame her. Only her former fiancé, Jason Ryan, is willing to help. Years ago she broke his heart, but he can't walk away from a woman in need. He'll do anything to protect her from their unseen adversary. But is there enough time to work together and untangle this twisted web of fraud and deception?
Download or read book Identity Theft Secrets written by Dale Penn and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2011-07 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Criminal masterminds like Bernie Madoff and stage magicians like David Copperfield have relied upon carefully crafted "artful dodges" to deceive their target audiences over the years and achieve their desired results-fraud or entertainment. Now, Identity Theft Secrets peels back the curtain of mystery that allows criminals to steal our most precious resources-our financial assets and reputation. Minimize your vulnerabilities and maximize your defenses using the strategies provided by author and expert Dale Penn, who comes to the subject with a unique background in insurance and risk-management training as well as personal experience fighting financial crime. You can protect your family, your business, and your credit rating through thoughtful, effective preparation. With clarity and vivid detail, Identity Theft Secrets will explain how you can - identify and secure the private information that thieves want most; - isolate areas of your life or business that need enhanced privacy protection; - close personal security loopholes that are still leaving you vulnerable; - secure the wireless technology devices that you depend on most; - create a plan to safeguard or restore your most valued private information and maintain a personal information safety zone; - navigate the Internet without the constant fear of malicious attacks. Learn to protect yourself, your business, and your loved ones from painful financial fraud; Identity Theft Secrets will show you how. "Dale Penn demystifies identity theft. This book is not just an easy read; it is a must read!" -Deborah Call, Associate Dean, USC School of Law
Download or read book Swiped written by Adam Levin and published by PublicAffairs. This book was released on 2015-11-24 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Identity fraud happens to everyone. So what do you do when it's your turn? Increasingly, identity theft is a fact of life. We might once have hoped to protect ourselves from hackers with airtight passwords and aggressive spam filters, and those are good ideas as far as they go. But with the breaches of huge organizations like Target, AshleyMadison.com, JPMorgan Chase, Sony, Anthem, and even the US Office of Personnel Management, more than a billion personal records have already been stolen, and chances are good that you're already in harm's way. This doesn't mean there's no hope. Your identity may get stolen, but it doesn't have to be a life-changing event. Adam Levin, a longtime consumer advocate and identity fraud expert, provides a method to help you keep hackers, phishers, and spammers from becoming your problem. Levin has seen every scam under the sun: fake companies selling “credit card insurance”; criminal, medical, and child identity theft; emails that promise untold riches for some personal information; catphishers, tax fraud, fake debt collectors who threaten you with legal action to confirm your account numbers; and much more. As Levin shows, these folks get a lot less scary if you see them coming. With a clearheaded, practical approach, Swiped is your guide to surviving the identity theft epidemic. Even if you've already become a victim, this strategic book will help you protect yourself, your identity, and your sanity.
Download or read book Zero Day Threat written by Byron Acohido and published by Union Square Press. This book was released on 2008 with total page 308 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Banking.
Download or read book Staying Safe written by Juval Aviv and published by Harper Collins. This book was released on 2004-07-20 with total page 307 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Staying Safe, Juval Aviv, a counterterrorism expert and international security consultant, outlines the essential tools for becoming personally responsible for the security and safety of yourself and your loved ones. You will learn how to safeguard your home and office, protect your identity, and travel without fear. Most important, you'll find that Aviv's recommendations and warnings are practical and easy to follow. Juval Aviv neither overstates nor minimizes today's threats, whether they are from criminals or terrorists; instead he sets out to inform and provide real advice for minimizing risks. Staying Safe is clear, comprehensive, and full of instructive and vital tips that cover: Flying with confidence Traveling to a foreign country Identifying a potential terrorist threat Basic safety precautions Survival and escape strategies Securing your business Keeping your identity confidential Making transactions on the Internet And much more
Download or read book Child Identity Theft written by Robert P. Chappell and published by Rowman & Littlefield Publishers. This book was released on 2012-12-21 with total page 230 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Child identity theft is the fastest growing type of identity theft, a crime that affects some 10 million people annually. Each year more than 500,000 children are affected by identity theft – half of them under age six. Countless other cases go unreported because the thief is a relative or parent of the victim. This devastating crime can wreak havoc on a child's future opportunities; it can be difficult to prove, and even harder to undo the damage that has been done. Child Identity Theft speaks to parents everywhere, the majority of whom have no idea that their children's identities have become such prime targets for thieves and criminals. Here, a veteran law enforcement professional and expert in child identity theft offers parents, educators, law enforcement officials, and others who care for or work with children an inside look at the ways in which children are vulnerable to identity thieves. Chappell presents the vital information in a question and answer format, offering not just information about how child identity theft happens, but also how to prevent it from happening, and what to do if it does. Among other things, Child Identity Theft explains: how a loophole in the national credit reporting system allows criminals to target innocent children for their creditworthiness; the variety of forms that child identity theft can take; the hidden techniques that thieves use to gain children's identities and personal information; which children are at a higher risk for identity theft; and how an increasing number of child identity thefts are perpetrated by parents and relatives. This book reveals the reality of child identity theft and the steps we all should take to protect our children and ourselves. How many victimized children are out there out there waiting to be discovered? Has your child been victimized? One hopes not, but if so, this book will give you the tools to find out and get help.
Download or read book The Truth About Avoiding Scams written by Steve Weisman and published by FT Press. This book was released on 2008-01-18 with total page 223 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the eBook version of the printed book. If the print book includes a CD-ROM, this content is not included within the eBook version. Being aware of the criminals who are out to take your money is not enough. A scam by any other name is still a scam, and unfortunately, there are some scams that are perfectly legal that can cause you to lose money. Or perhaps they are imperfectly legal, but at this point in time, the law may not be on your side. A good example of a legal scam is what credit card companies can do legally in many instances. Read these essential truths to gain the knowledge that can protect your wallet.
Download or read book Safeguarding Your Technology written by Tom Szuba and published by . This book was released on 1998 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Guide to Protecting the Confidentiality of Personally Identifiable Information written by Erika McCallister and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2010-09 with total page 59 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The escalation of security breaches involving personally identifiable information (PII) has contributed to the loss of millions of records over the past few years. Breaches involving PII are hazardous to both individuals and org. Individual harms may include identity theft, embarrassment, or blackmail. Organ. harms may include a loss of public trust, legal liability, or remediation costs. To protect the confidentiality of PII, org. should use a risk-based approach. This report provides guidelines for a risk-based approach to protecting the confidentiality of PII. The recommend. here are intended primarily for U.S. Fed. gov¿t. agencies and those who conduct business on behalf of the agencies, but other org. may find portions of the publication useful.
