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Data Breaches 101: What They Are And How To Prevent Them

VISTA InfoSec

They take advantage of vulnerable software, stolen credentials, tricked employees, business partner access, unencrypted transfers, and even insider threats to penetrate networks. For customers exposed to breaches, identity theft risks skyrocket, leading to bank/credit card fraud plus medical/tax/employment fraud.

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Fraud’s New Paradigm: Let Fraudsters In, But Never Let Them Leave

PYMNTS

With a wealth of stolen credentials to pick from in the wake of several data breaches that comprised the identities of millions, fraudsters have more resources than ever. Yet, how can banks protect against identity theft and application fraud with so many details compromised? Fraud is rampant and thriving.

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What is Third-Party Fraud?

Fi911

They demonstrate the diverse methods and strategies employed by fraudsters to exploit individuals and financial institutions for their own gain: Identity Theft A criminal steals an individual’s personal information, such as Social Security number, bank account details, or credit card information, and uses it to impersonate the victim.

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New Report: How Behavioral Analytics Help FIs Block Fraud At The ITM

PYMNTS

Mobile banking is under constant attack from fraudsters, however, who are targeting both customers’ funds and personal data, such as account numbers, Social Security numbers, payment card data and login credentials.

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What is eCommerce Fraud?

Fi911

This type of fraud can take various forms, including identity theft, chargeback fraud, and phishing attacks. Account Takeover Fraud Account takeover fraud involves cybercriminals gaining unauthorized access to a victim’s online account, often through the use of stolen login credentials or phishing schemes.

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It Can Help Happen to You

Innovative Payments Association

We believe it may have been an account takeover or at the very least, someone who illegally obtained her personal credentials and instigated a couple of small financial transactions that I am sure were designed to see if it was possible to begin transferring money out of her account.

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Protecting The Youngest — And Most Vulnerable — ID Theft Victims

PYMNTS

It’s been said that fraudsters are always evolving, and always looking for the path of least resistance in their efforts to steal identities and credentials to remain anonymous and … keep stealing. No surprise, then, that identity theft is on the rise. Well, it can take years to discover.