Identity Theft Articles

Identity Protection is Up to You
Last week, Atlanta-based Choicepoint (http://www.choicepoint.com), a giant consumer information clearinghouse, revealed that some of the massive amounts of personal data the company stores on virtually every American citizen was compromised. We found out about this because some 30,000 Californian. . .

Knowing Me, Knowing You: Why ID Protection Plans Are Flawed For Fraud
ID theft is a major consumer concern, though there is apparently much confusion about proactive protection initiatives and apparently safe and unsafe spending behaviour. For example, many consumers remain reluctant about shopping online, but they may still give out personal details over the phone. . .

Is Your Web Browser Putting You At Risk?
It's free, it comes with Windows and it's used by approximately 94% of the Internet population. It also poses an unacceptable security risk. What am I talking about? If you guessed Internet Explorer, you're right on the money. So, is your web browser putting you at risk? If you're one of the 94% . . .

Getting An Offshore Bank Account Via The Internet
There is no need to use the many middleman websites you will find via a search engine. In fact, most of these are *bogus*, even the slick-looking ones. More and more banks are offering offshore internet bank accounts direct. Just get a list of banks in the country you're interested in, and go to. . .

5 Ways To Raise Credit Score
It's not as hard as you think to raise credit score. It's a well known fact that lenders will give people with higher credit scores lower interest rates on mortgages, car loans and credit cards. If your credit score falls under 620 just getting loans and credit cards with reasonable terms is diff. . .

How Do You Deal With Internet Fraud
SummaryInternet fraud should be addressed as two specific issues: fraud that uses Internet technology as an integral part of the fraud; fraud that is already taking place by other means and the Internet is merely another method of delivery.Methods exist that stop fraudsters misusing the technolog. . .

Seecrets on Security: A gentle introduction to cryptography
With the increasing incidence of identity thefts, credit card frauds, social engineering attacks, the digital world is facing challenges in the years ahead. Obviously, cryptography, a young science, will play a prominent role in the security of protecting digital assets. This article tries to ex. . .

Internet Security Threats: Who Can Read Your Email?
Before being able to choose a secure Internet communication system, you need to understand the threats to your security.Since the beginning of the Internet there has been a naive assumption on the part of most email users that the only people who are reading their email are the people they are se. . .

Beware of Spyware
One day, you suddenly realize that your computer started to work noticeably slower than it used to. You decide to run de-fragmentation of your hard drive and add more virtual memory to the system. No luck! May be, it’s probably some viruses, you reckon turning on your virus scanning software. . . .

What’s Your IQ on Basic PC Phone (VoIP) Knowledge
Short T/F quiz T / F You can save a significant amount of money using VoIP rather than traditional telephone/cell phone calling methods. T / F The minimum requirement for VoIP is a broadband (high speed) connection. T / F VoIP security is not an issue to be concerned about because most compute. . .

Small Business Computer Security, the Basics
Anyone in business today realizes both the natural dependency on computers in the workplace, and also the potential dangers associated with storing important data on them. Today’s business owners are constantly being reminded that their company’s data is at risk by the daily reports on various n. . .

The Top 10 Scams for 2001
Excerpt from Internet ScamBusters (tm) The #1 Publication on Internet FraudScams on the Internet are growing -- and with the vast selection, it was hard to only choose ten. We've tried to soften this list with a bit of humor. But please don't let the humor make these scams seem any less serious t. . .

Evict the Spammers from Your Inbox
Block Spam and Other Email Threats From Entering Your GatewaySpam, commonly defined as unsolicited commercial email, is a powerful advertising channel for many products and services. As a result, spamming has become a profitable business, driven by the low cost of sending email compared to other . . .

Do You Need Bad Credit Help
Do you need bad credit help? Are you one of thousands with no credit and no collateral to help secure approval, or you just have extremely bad credit and no one wants to help you, and all you hear is stories and more stories? Bad credit is a term used to describe a poor credit rating. Common prac. . .

Recent Studies Show That 9 Out Of 10 Pcs Are Infected With Spyware
Spy Sweeper named PC Magazine's Best of the Year 2004 for antispywareThe very best AntiSpy program on the market -Webroot Spy Sweeper. Webroot Spy Sweeper was named best spyware remover 2004 by PC magazine and praised for it's efficiency, speed and userfriendlyness.Spyware and malware are large p. . .

EBay Scams To Watch Out For Or You May Be Next!
There are many eBay scams out there to keep an eye out for when you are selling on eBay. This article will cover a few of the known and not so known scams to be aware of. Whether you’re a causal seller, or a professional seller on eBay, you need to know about these scams so that you can take meas. . .

Do The Media Spread Computer Viruses?
Summary: Could the mass media hype about computer viruses actually make the problem worse?If you believe what you hear in the media, there are an awful lot of viruses going around. No, I'm not talking about the make-you-sick kind of virus, though they get plenty of airtime, too. I'm talking about. . .

Credit Protection Insurance -- Just Another Consumer Rip-Off
Credit protection insurance is a good example of a consumer rip-off that affects millions of people, yet gets little attention in the financial media. Simply stated, you should NEVER buy "credit protection insurance," or a "payment protection plan" or any other similar type of credit-related insu. . .

Is My PC Vulnerable on the Internet?
Think about this: Is a simple antivirus application enough to protect your PC against all threats?No longer are viruses the only threat on the internet. In recent years other threats have evolved which include spyware, adware, hacking, identity theft, information theft, pop-ups and the loss of . . .

Be Aware of Phishing Scams!
If you use emails actively in your communication, you must have received various messages claiming to be from Ebay, Paypal and a number of banks. A recent email as if from U.S. Bank Corporation that I received contains the subject "U.S. Bank Fraud Verification Process" and in the body of the mail. . .

Its Halloween! Spooks, Specters and Spyware!
It was late, I had put off going to the Software Convention till the last minute. I just had to watch my favorite show on TV, "S-Files". Its that episode where the Computer Salespeople all turn into Pod People and ,,,,well never mind. Its really scary!So I'm driving down the lonely one lane road. . .

Information Highwaymen and Your Domain
You go to work every day at the store you own, and one morning, your key to the door doesn't work. You look in the window, and the display items have changed. A stranger is behind the counter. But when you call the police, they can't do anything because the company papers now indicate that the st. . .

What’s with all this fraud and theft on the Internet?
My friends in the web hosting business have recently informed me that the big problem this year (2004) is security and fraud. I have read that currently the F.B.I. receives over 9,000 complaints per month pertaining to bogus email and websites. Why is this happening? Are just a few ‘bad apples’ d. . .

Why Corporations Need to Worry About Phishing
Phishing is a relatively new form of online fraud that focuses on fooling the victim into providing sensitive financial or personal information to a bogus website that bears a significant resemblance to a tried and true online brand. Typically, the victim provides information into a form on the i. . .

Malware Quiz
Most people who think they know all about spyware, Trojans, viruses, and other malware really don't. Take this quiz to make sure you know who your enemies are.This quiz tests your knowledge of five of the most common kinds of malware, the software you don't want on your computer: Trojan, worm, vi. . .

The Spyware That Shagged Me
[Teaser] There may be a spy hiding on your computer, and it's not a spy that loves you. Find out how to spot spyware and keep from getting shagged. [Teaser]With spyware's costing the world billions of dollars in computer damage, identity theft, and time spent removing it, many people have just on. . .

Even with Credit Problems... You can get a Loan within 30 Days, If You're willing to work at it.
A wise friend once told me that *extraordinary people* are just *ordinary people* who do extraordinary things. It's the same way with loans. People that get loans after being turned down are not extraordinary people, they are ordinary people who do extraordinary things to get their loan.Here's an. . .

Credit Repair System
The Credit Repair System has tools available that helps many debtors find relief. Credit repair system is the steps to recovering from debts, while getting back on your feet again. If you have bad credit, you already know how difficult it is to reestablish a respect in society. Struggling down ma. . .

Comprehending a Credit Report
Obtaining a credit report is an excellent way to begin taking control of your financial future. It's recommended that you review your credit report once a year, not only to be aware of your standing with creditors but to also keep abreast of errors and fraud. However, once your report arrives you. . .

Credit Protection Insurance -- Just Another Consumer Rip-Off
Credit protection insurance is a good example of a consumer rip-off that affects millions of people, yet receives little attention in the financial media. Simply stated, you should NEVER buy "credit protection insurance," or a "payment protection plan" or any other similar type of credit-related . . .

Four Easy Ways To Prevent Spyware
How would you like to prevent spyware and adware from getting into your computer? You need to stop adware and spyware before it gets into your files. That way you're protecting your private information such as passwords, credit card numbers and other documents that you don't want to share with . . .

The Bad Guys Are Phishing For Your Personal Information
Do you know what "phishing" is?No, it doesn't mean you grab a pole and head to the late to catch some phish.The official Webopedia definition of "phishing" is as follows:The act of sending an e-mail to a user falsely claiming to be an established legitimate enterprise in an attempt to scam the us. . .

Recent studies show that 9 out of 10 PCs are infected with Spyware
Spy Sweeper named PC Magazine's Best of the Year 2004 for antispywareThe very best AntiSpy program on the market -Webroot Spy Sweeper. Webroot Spy Sweeper was named best spyware remover 2004 by PC magazine and praised for it's efficiency, speed and userfriendlyness.Spyware and malware are large . . .

Seecrets On Security: A Gentle Introduction On Cryptography Part 2
The recent explosive growth of PC’s and Internet-based commerce has significantly increased the need for a wide variety of computer security mechanisms. This article, the second of a three-part series, lays the underlying foundation in plain language.A slightly longer series of articles "Keeping . . .

What's With All This Fraud on the Internet?
I’ve got faith in humanity, but what’s with all this fraud and theft on the Internet?My friends in the web hosting business have recently informed me that the big problem this year (2004) is security and fraud. I have read that currently the F.B.I. receives over 9,000 complaints per month pertain. . .

5 Tips for a Safe Online Job-Search
Conducting a job search using the Internet has definitely transformed how jobseekers contact hiring companies. The availability of copying and pasting a text version resume into a form at a company's website has laid the foundation for an easier and more convenient process. No longer does a job. . .

Assumptions in Credit Repair
When it comes to life the majority are always assuming, and the most of them assume the worst. Creditors, debtors or anyone today all base their theories on assumptions and assumptions from the beginning of time have caused nothing but failure.When people fail to pay their bills on time, many of . . .

Get Identified Under Your Skin!
There are movies that entertain you, frighten you, and enlighten you. There are movies that trigger your brain of a possible invention that might take shape. This happens every time you watch a Science-fiction movie you wonder, THIS is something that can be explored! There have been movies in the. . .

A Better Way To Watch Your Credit Reporting
Are you a victim of any credit card fraud or identity theft? Then you definitely need an enhanced defense from those menaces. You can get superior security from http://www.gotocreditreport.com. Actually, those financial offenses take place due to the lack of knowledge of your personal credit stat. . .