Identity theft can occur in a number of ways, which is why it is important for businesses and consumers to take the necessary steps protect personal information at every step. Physical theft, skimming, spyware, vishing, phishing, mailbox raiding and dumpster diving are all ways for thieves to acquire valuable information such as account passwords or payment details to attack individuals and businesses. In addition to companies doing what they can to keep account information secure on their end, it is necessary for customers to be vigilant as well. Protecting PIN numbers and passwords will help minimize risk of them falling into the wrong hands. Customers should always store their personal information in a safe and hidden place and install firewalls and virus protection programs on electronic devices for added security. Keep receipts and compare them to your account statements so you can catch any unauthorized transactions promptly. Read through the following infographic to get more tips for protecting your account.
Created by Britni Zandbergen, Senior Director of Marketing at Idology. Britni has years of experience in identity management as well as dynamic SaaS solutions.
