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Identity theft is when your
personal information is stolen and used illegally, to open accounts
in your name. According to the Federal Trade Commission, identity
theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America.
Techniques used
to steal information.
· Phishing
and spoof.
Impersonating a
well-known organization through fraudulent (phishing) emails and
spoof websites. Find out more with our
Phishing Guide.
· Examining
garbage.
"Dumpster Driving" Scavenging through trash bins to find old bank
statements or other documents with personal information.
In
person.
Known as "Shoulder Surfing"
Eavesdropping or spying on people during financial
transactions.
Hacking.
Breaking into computer databases and retrieving
information.
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