Category «ID Theft»

nCircle Security Tips eBook

“As part of nCircle’s commitment to improving Internet security, we asked some of the brightest minds in security to help us compile a list of security tips and tricks for a wide range of readers. The resulting eBook includes a wide range of topics — from passwords and public Wi-Fi to Java configuration and sandboxing …

Subjects: Cybercrime, E-Commerce, ID Theft

New GAO Report – Mobile Device Location Data

Mobile Device Location Data – Additional Federal Actions Could Help Protect Consumer Privacy, GAO-12-903, Sep 11, 2012 “Using several methods of varying precision, mobile industry companies collect location data and use or share that data to provide users with location-based services, offer improved services, and increase revenue through targeted advertising. Location-based services provide consumers access …

Subjects: Cybercrime, ID Theft, Internet, Privacy

Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team Report

“The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Control Systems Security Program manages and operates the Industrial Control Systems Cyber Emergency Response Team (ICS-CERT) to provide focused operational capabilities for defense of control system environments against emerging cyber threats…This report provides a summary of cyber incidents, onsite deployments, and associated findings from the time ICS-CERT was established …

Subjects: Cybercrime, ID Theft, PC Security

FTC Advises Consumers on What to Do if Their Identity is Stolen

“The Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, offers updated information explaining how to protect your child’s information and your own, and the immediate steps to take to limit the damage identity theft can cause. Taking Charge: What To Do If Your Identity Is Stolen is a step-by-step guide that includes sample letters, forms …

Subjects: Cybercrime, ID Theft, Privacy

Check Point Survey Reveals a Generation Gap in Computer Security

News release: “Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd…announced the results of a new ZoneAlarm report revealing differences in the use of computer security between Gen Y and Baby Boomers. The report, The Generation Gap in Computer Security, found that Gen Y is more confident in its security knowledge than Baby Boomers. However, 50 percent of Gen …

Subjects: Cybercrime, ID Theft, PC Security, Privacy

LinkedIn Member Passwords Compromised

Vicente Silveira, June 6, 2012: “We want to provide you with an update on this morning’s reports of stolen passwords. We can confirm that some of the passwords that were compromised correspond to LinkedIn accounts. We are continuing to investigate this situation and here is what we are pursuing as far as next steps for …

Subjects: Cybercrime, ID Theft, Privacy

Principles for Voluntary Efforts to Reduce the Impact of Botnets in Cyberspace

Industry Botnet Group Principles for Voluntary Efforts to Reduce the Impact of Botnets in Cyberspace “The proliferation of botnets and malware in cyberspace threatens to undermine the efficiencies, innovation, and economic growth of the Internet and diminishes the trust and confidence of online users. Every participant has a role in helping to reduce the impact …

Subjects: Cybercrime, Government Documents, ID Theft, PC Security, Privacy

CRS: Cybersecurity: Authoritative Reports and Resources

Cybersecurity: Authoritative Reports and – Resources, Rita Tehan Information Research Specialist, April 26, 2012 “Cybersecurity vulnerabilities challenge governments, businesses, and individuals worldwide. Attacks have been initiated by individuals, as well as countries. Targets have included government networks, military defenses, companies, or political organizations, depending upon whether the attacker was seeking military intelligence, conducting diplomatic or …

Subjects: Cybercrime, ID Theft, Legislation, Privacy

New Internet Security Report Highlights Vulernability of HTTPS Websites

Computer World: “Ninety percent of the Internet’s top 200,000 HTTPS-enabled websites are vulnerable to known types of SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) attack, according to a report released Thursday by the Trustworthy Internet Movement (TIM), a nonprofit organization dedicated to solving Internet security, privacy and reliability problems. The report is based on data from a new …

Subjects: E-Commerce, ID Theft, PC Security, Privacy

UK Study – ICO report finds many people becoming a 'soft touch' for online fraudsters

News release: “The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) is urging consumers to take better care of their data, following an investigation into the trade in used hard drives. The ICO has published new guidance to help individuals securely delete personal information from their old devices. An investigation by the ICO found that one in ten second-hand …

Subjects: Cybercrime, ID Theft, PC Security, Privacy