Gauging the ID Theft Threat

Identity Theft Credit Cards Checkbook theft still biggest risk when it comes to identity theft.

by Associated Press

Published: Mon, February 11, 2008 - 5:04 am CST Last Updated: Mon, February 11, 2008 - 5:14 am CST

NEW YORK (AP) - It's one of the reasons some people are still
afraid to shop online: Someone might steal their credit card number
or other sensitive financial data. However, a new study indicates
that when it comes to identity theft, the biggest risk is still the
most low-tech one, namely someone getting hold of your wallet,
checkbook or credit card. The study by Javelin Strategy and
Research says most people believe they're vulnerable to identity
theft if they go online for a financial transaction. But the study
finds that financial institutions and retailers have shored up
their in-store and online security. At the same time, ID thieves
have turn to more traditional types of theft to rip people off,
such a swiping a card outright or using the phone or plain old
snail mail.

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justme Says:

Thu, May 08, 2008 at 8:07 pm

and to add to what you have said, let me say from personal experience the banks will go out of their way to to let you know they will not help in any way nor will they press charges against the culprits, will say you can appeal their decision, but it does no good. LOok at what their GREED has done to the country! Banks combine and it gets worse right at the start.

Tia Says:

Thu, May 08, 2008 at 4:57 pm

I have been dealing with my own identity been stolen for over 10 years. The individula that stole my identity went so far that they system isn’t able to clear it up without the authority getting invovle. She stolen my name, social number and even work under my my name using social sercuirty number.I would like to know if any of the viewer or staff can help me with resolving my issues and moving on with my life. I spoke with my local police, congressman, social sercurity office and the list goes own. If you have any answer to my current situation please email me back soon. My life is at a stand still until i can resolve this current situation.

Tia