http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/resources/blog/feed/ Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:28:58 GMT Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:28:58 GMT After all the talk and through all the confusion, the first test to see if your company is fulfilling the new FFIEC compliance regulations is finally here. Financial institutions and other companies alike have been preparing for this moment for http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Acing-the-First-Test--FFIEC-Compliance.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Acing-the-First-Test--FFIEC-Compliance.aspx Thu, 02 Feb 2012 17:24:48 GMT New technology is designed to make our lives as consumers easier and more accessible. With the development of Smartphones, mobile tablets, mobile apps, and cloud networks, consumers can take care of all their personal needs on one device. Greater functionality http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-War--The-Battle-Between-Ease-and-Security.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-War--The-Battle-Between-Ease-and-Security.aspx Thu, 26 Jan 2012 10:03:18 GMT Our shopping habits have evolved. We used to make our rounds to the brick and mortar stores to fill our needs, stopping at multiple shops until we found the best deal. The Internet enhanced the process by adding unlimited pricing, http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/The-Natural-Evolution-of-Retail.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/The-Natural-Evolution-of-Retail.aspx Tue, 24 Jan 2012 14:49:16 GMT As technology evolves, the number of outlets to share personal information increases, raising the level of vulnerability to ID theft and fraud. Companies now need to reevaluate their fraud prevention measures to make sure those measures are in co ordinance http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Cyber-Security-and-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Cyber-Security-and-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Thu, 19 Jan 2012 17:13:05 GMT Data. breach. These two small words can cause a BIG problem for businesses, especially those who house their consumers’ information for purchasing reasons. The popular online retailer, Zappos.com, just recently felt the wrath of a data breach that happened right http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ZAPPOS-Data-Breach-Prevent-Further-Identity-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ZAPPOS-Data-Breach-Prevent-Further-Identity-Theft.aspx Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:04:13 GMT  In today’s ever changing world of new technology, companies are constantly trying to provide the newest innovations, products, and services to survive. Consumers and businesses alike want everything, and they want it now. Two of the newest trends in payments http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Social-Payments-Pose-New-Security-Threats.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Social-Payments-Pose-New-Security-Threats.aspx Thu, 12 Jan 2012 15:20:20 GMT 45%... Forty five percent of all personal computers are now predicted to be infected with software that is designed to steal money from your bank account, according to The Anti Phishing Working Group. New groups of “cyber gangs” are going http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Risks-for-Banking-Industry.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Risks-for-Banking-Industry.aspx Tue, 10 Jan 2012 16:15:41 GMT Many small businesses are being deprived of adequate security measures not because they are too difficult to obtain, but because of one simple reason…money. This break in the soci economic status of businesses creates a security “poverty line” that leaves http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Security-Poverty-Line-Can-Be-Crossed-With-the-Right-Solutions.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Security-Poverty-Line-Can-Be-Crossed-With-the-Right-Solutions.aspx Thu, 05 Jan 2012 14:10:56 GMT Happy New Year Now that the ball has dropped and the confetti has been swept up, the team at EVS has taken the time to plan for 2012 by meeting the ID verification and authentication needs http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ID-Verification-and-Authentication-Re-Solutions.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ID-Verification-and-Authentication-Re-Solutions.aspx Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:52:07 GMT We would like to wish everyone in our EVS Family – clients, partners and employees a great Holiday and a happy and prosperous New Year   EVS will be closed starting Friday, December 23, 2011 through the New Year so http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Holiday-Hours.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Holiday-Hours.aspx Thu, 22 Dec 2011 10:42:24 GMT Sometimes, there is no worse feeling than change…especially if you are not prepared. As 2012 quickly approaches, many institutions are still confused as to what is expected from them with the new FFIEC Guidance regulations. As Avivah Litan mentions in the http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Confused-about-the-FFIEC-Guidance--EVS-Can-Help-With-New-Authentication-Requirements.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Confused-about-the-FFIEC-Guidance--EVS-Can-Help-With-New-Authentication-Requirements.aspx Wed, 21 Dec 2011 11:34:45 GMT One of the worst things to ever happen to brick and mortar stores was the Internet, and one of the worst things to happen to Internet was ID theft. As our shopping carts have transformed into a little icon in http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Lack-of-Fraud-Prevention-Online-Causing-Consumer-Fear.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Lack-of-Fraud-Prevention-Online-Causing-Consumer-Fear.aspx Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:49:53 GMT With the constant economic struggles, businesses are always looking for any pennies they can pinch in their upcoming budgets. It may be very tempting to cut fraud prevention measures as their prices rise with the turbulent economy. In the long http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Social-Security-Number-Overload-Creates-Gap-in-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Social-Security-Number-Overload-Creates-Gap-in-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Tue, 13 Dec 2011 16:00:42 GMT As the end of the year approaches, companies are examining budgets, tying up loose ends, finalizing projects, and doing everything they can to survive the next few weeks until the big ball drops. Beyond the cliché resolutions, have you planned http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Have-You-Planned-Your-2012-Fraud-Prevention-Checklist-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Have-You-Planned-Your-2012-Fraud-Prevention-Checklist-.aspx Thu, 08 Dec 2011 12:49:58 GMT  The FFIEC just released a new set of supplemental guidelines for security measures to thwart identity thieves in the financial industry. The focus seems to be on risk assessments and customer awareness, as well as layered id authentication techniques designed http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-FFIEC-Guidelines-%e2%80%93-Time-to-Layer.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-FFIEC-Guidelines-%e2%80%93-Time-to-Layer.aspx Tue, 06 Dec 2011 13:26:37 GMT Is there any industry standard more feared as PCI compliance?  As with most industry standards, the rules seem overreaching and the supporting industry of vendors, ready to ensure compliance, plentiful. As cumbersome as the process may be, protectingconsumer information especially http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/PCI-Compliance-Is-Critical-to-Consumer-Protection-and-ID-Authentication.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/PCI-Compliance-Is-Critical-to-Consumer-Protection-and-ID-Authentication.aspx Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:52:37 GMT Our office will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, and the following Friday. We hope you all have a safe holiday with your friends and family. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Fraud-Prevention-Closed-on-Thanksgiving.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Fraud-Prevention-Closed-on-Thanksgiving.aspx Wed, 23 Nov 2011 09:50:23 GMT The United State Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a new guidance on cybersecurity last month, stating that cybersecurity risks must now be disclosed. In the past, the SEC has required publicly traded companies to disclose material risks and events – information that would be pertinent for a person to know before investing in the company. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/SEC-Guidance-Requires-Cybersecurity-Risks-Must-Be-Disclosed.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/SEC-Guidance-Requires-Cybersecurity-Risks-Must-Be-Disclosed.aspx Tue, 22 Nov 2011 16:06:47 GMT The San Francisco Chronicle had an article last week about a payment processing company called Dwolla. Based out of Des Moines, Iowa, Dwolla enables a person to make a payment directly to a company or to another person all while avoiding processing fees associated with credit and debit card payments. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Dwolla-Payment-Processing.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Dwolla-Payment-Processing.aspx Thu, 17 Nov 2011 16:43:10 GMT A title insurance firm in Virginia is suing Capital One over an eight-day data breach resulting in over $200,000 in losses due to lack of dynamic knowledge-based authentication. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Title-Firm-Sues-Capital-One-Over-Data-Breach.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Title-Firm-Sues-Capital-One-Over-Data-Breach.aspx Tue, 15 Nov 2011 16:50:16 GMT A Fannie Mae employee is suspected of selling financial information for over 1,000 people. But the tricky part is some of the information that was gathered is not in the Fannie May database. ID verification data, such as driver’s license numbers and financial account information. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fannie-Mae-Has-Data-Breach.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fannie-Mae-Has-Data-Breach.aspx Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:22:42 GMT If you are a company that requires id verification during any point of your business transactions, you want to pay attention to this blog post. Krebs on Security has found a website that sells data like Social Security Numbers, birthdates, mother’s maiden name and more for as low as 9 cents a piece. Superget.info allows users to search for a specific person’s personal identification information, or a person can purchase bulk packages of up to nearly 35,000 records at a time. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Dynamic-Knowledge-Based-Authentication-for-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Dynamic-Knowledge-Based-Authentication-for-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Tue, 08 Nov 2011 11:02:51 GMT In September, we wrote a blog about the TRICARE data breach, where over 4.9 million patients’ backup tapes were exposed to parties that should not have been privy to the information; resulting in shared knowledge based authentication answers. As of October 25, 2011, the Office for Civil Rights, which is in charge of enforcement for the Department of Health and Human Services, has announced there have been more than 18.4 million reported instances where a person’s information has been accidentally breached. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Department-of-Health-and-Human-Services-Reports-18-4-Million-Data-Records-Breached.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Department-of-Health-and-Human-Services-Reports-18-4-Million-Data-Records-Breached.aspx Thu, 03 Nov 2011 15:46:02 GMT In all businesses fraud prevention is important. However, within the gaming industry fraud prevention solutions are crucial to your business earning profit. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Offers-Fraud-Prevention-to-Gaming-Industry.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Offers-Fraud-Prevention-to-Gaming-Industry.aspx Tue, 01 Nov 2011 15:54:48 GMT The Department of Energy was found to have serious network security issues for the second year in a row, causing to be regularly hit by cyber-attackers. The cyber-attacks have cost the federal government over $2 million to recover.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/The-Department-of-Energy-Hasn%e2%80%99t-Acted-on-Fraud-Prevention-Solutions-in-Place.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/The-Department-of-Energy-Hasn%e2%80%99t-Acted-on-Fraud-Prevention-Solutions-in-Place.aspx Fri, 28 Oct 2011 10:36:53 GMT In a effort towards a fraud prevention solution, an executive in the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has recommended government and corporate leaders should consider developing a new, highly secure internet. Shawn Henry, Executive Assistant Director at the FBI, said it is important to develop networks where anonymity is not an option and only known and trusted employees would have access to the internet. This ID verification step will ensure the people who have access to the information are the only ones who are supposed to be accessing it.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FBI-Wants-to-Develop-Highly-Secure-Internet.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FBI-Wants-to-Develop-Highly-Secure-Internet.aspx Tue, 25 Oct 2011 16:04:48 GMT It was announced today the United States Department of Homeland Security has appointed a new Deputy Under Secretary for Cybersecurity for the National Protection and Programs Directorate (NPPD). Through this position, Mark Weatherford, will allow the Department of Homeland Security to better carry out fraud prevention solutions and their mission to “create a safe, secure and resilient cyberspace.” http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Department-of-Homeland-Security-Appoints-Deputy-Under-Secretary-for-Cybersecurity.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Department-of-Homeland-Security-Appoints-Deputy-Under-Secretary-for-Cybersecurity.aspx Thu, 20 Oct 2011 16:52:53 GMT According to David Jacoby, a Kaspersky Lab Expert, there was a 3700% increase in JavaScript-based redirection scripts in Sweden during the month of September. The majority of these malicious redirectors were Trojan.JS.Redictor.ro. The code redirects users to another URL with minimal difference so users are not alerted to do an address verification. And it went from the 908th to the 15th most detected ID verification malware in Sweden. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Needs-to-be-Upped-in-Sweden.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Needs-to-be-Upped-in-Sweden.aspx Wed, 19 Oct 2011 11:10:03 GMT In recent blog posts, we have focused on the importance of having a secure password to thwart fraudulent id verification attempts. According to ZoneAlarm.com, these are the 20 most common passwords of all time.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Is-Your-Password-Strong-Enough-for-Fraud-Prevention-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Is-Your-Password-Strong-Enough-for-Fraud-Prevention-.aspx Thu, 13 Oct 2011 16:48:24 GMT On October 7th the District Attorney of Queens County, NY and City of New York Police announced the biggest identity theft takedown in U.S. history. After two years of investigating crime rings in Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East, 111 people have been indicted, and 86 of them are in custody. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Largest-ID-Theft-Bust-in-U-S--History.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Largest-ID-Theft-Bust-in-U-S--History.aspx Tue, 11 Oct 2011 16:32:57 GMT As part of the Government Accountability Office, the Federal Information Security Management Act of 2002 (FISMA) established an information security program, which evaluates and provides annual reporting for federal agencies. The most recent study was released, “Weaknesses Continue Amid New Federal Efforts to Implement Requirements,” and reports that security incidents from federal agencies have increased 650% in the past five years. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/GAO-Reports-650--Increase-in-Security-Incidents.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/GAO-Reports-650--Increase-in-Security-Incidents.aspx Thu, 06 Oct 2011 15:59:08 GMT One of the most recent announcements Facebook has made is the introduction of Timeline, which will feature recent status updates but also summarize past events and feature the most important ones on a single page. – a fraud prevention nightmare. This Timeline can be accessed by any of your friends, or if your privacy settings aren’t locked down – potentially anyone. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Facebook%e2%80%99s-Timeline-is-a-Fraud-Prevention-Nightmare.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Facebook%e2%80%99s-Timeline-is-a-Fraud-Prevention-Nightmare.aspx Tue, 04 Oct 2011 17:11:02 GMT TRICARE, the health insurance company that provides medical coverage to military personnel, military retirees, and their dependents, reported a data breach. The Science Applications International says the data breach involved personally identifiable and protected health information (PII/PHI) impacts an estimated 4.9 million military clinic and hospital patients. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Military-Health-Insurance-Has-Knowledge-Based-Authentication-Information-Data-Breach.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Military-Health-Insurance-Has-Knowledge-Based-Authentication-Information-Data-Breach.aspx Fri, 30 Sep 2011 09:14:37 GMT A new attack against Apple Mac OS X Lion was detected earlier this week. The fraudulent threat is a Trojan, and is installed through a fake Adobe Flash installer downloaded from a third party site. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Apple-OS-X-Malware--Fraud-Prevention-Tips.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Apple-OS-X-Malware--Fraud-Prevention-Tips.aspx Wed, 28 Sep 2011 12:27:41 GMT DigiNotar, the company that was hacked in August 2011 and issued hundreds of fake security certificates for Google, Yahoo! and more, has filed for bankruptcy.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/DigiNotar-Files-for-Bankruptcy-After-Being-Hacked.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/DigiNotar-Files-for-Bankruptcy-After-Being-Hacked.aspx Fri, 23 Sep 2011 09:21:13 GMT The first SpyEye variant, called SPITMO, was recorded to attack Android mobile phones. The threat posed by DroidOS/SPITMO has escalated the danger of SpyEye now that this malicious software has been able to shift its delivery and infection methods. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Mobile-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Mobile-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Tue, 20 Sep 2011 16:39:42 GMT NSS Labs, an information security research and testing organization, announced the results of a test they did on Web Browser Security Comparative Test Reports against Socially-Engineered Malware. The tests had two components: one global, and one Asia-Pacific test. The reports examined different web browsers and how they rank in performance against socially-engineered fraud prevention. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/NSS-Labs-Deems-IE9-as-Most-Secure-Browser.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/NSS-Labs-Deems-IE9-as-Most-Secure-Browser.aspx Fri, 16 Sep 2011 11:27:48 GMT I was reading a blog on Schneier on Security earlier today that was talking about knowledge based authentication in the form of security questions, and one of the comments hit the mark on the importance of using more than one password for your online accounts to increase fraud prevention security. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Knowledge-Based-Authentication-Security-Passwords.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Knowledge-Based-Authentication-Security-Passwords.aspx Tue, 13 Sep 2011 14:24:15 GMT What do you do online to make sure your company’s identity has a good reputation? Google Alerts? Google your company name? Social media monitoring? These are all great identity verification tools to use to make sure the information is accurate and to know what is being said about your company. But do you monitor your Google Places?  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Places-and-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Places-and-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Thu, 08 Sep 2011 14:45:16 GMT California has passed a bill that requires companies to provide more information to their consumers when a data breach occurs. The Senate Bill 24 establishes standards for the details to be included in data breach notifications; which builds off Senate Bill 1386 which required organizations to notify individuals after a breach of personal information.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/California-Increases-Data-Breach-Notification-Detail-Requirements.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/California-Increases-Data-Breach-Notification-Detail-Requirements.aspx Tue, 06 Sep 2011 16:22:46 GMT Earlier this week we talked about Google being attacked by DigiNotar, and we have an update to share with you. It has been reported that Safari users on Mac OS X are still vulnerable to fraudulent security ceritificates. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Update-on-DigiNotar.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Update-on-DigiNotar.aspx Thu, 01 Sep 2011 16:52:01 GMT Yesterday, Google announced that there was an attempted SSL man-in-the-middle attack against its users. The majority of affected users were in Iran, so it was contained to a geographic area. However, someone tried to get between the users and encrypted Google services by using a fraudulent SSL certificate issued by DigiNotar. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Announces-Attack.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Announces-Attack.aspx Tue, 30 Aug 2011 20:00:15 GMT Facebook has released a free guide on how to stay secure while on Facebook. While the guide is geared toward users, the tips can still be applied to professional usage as well for fraud prevention solutions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Stay-Safe-on-Facebook.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Stay-Safe-on-Facebook.aspx Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:49:33 GMT Today, McAfee released the McAfee Threats Report: Second Quarter 2011, which focuses on the latest facts and trends of malware, cybercriminal activity, and knowledge-based authentication.  The report is 24 pages in length, so we have compiled the highlights for you to be able to apply to your fraud prevention solutions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Highlights-for-McAfee%e2%80%99s-Q2-Threats-Report.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Highlights-for-McAfee%e2%80%99s-Q2-Threats-Report.aspx Tue, 23 Aug 2011 17:28:12 GMT The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has fallen victim to another phishing attack. The fraudulent emails are being sent from alert@fdic.gov and subscriptions@fdic.gov with the subject line: “FDIC: Your business account.”  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FDIC-Faces-Another-Phishing-Attack.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FDIC-Faces-Another-Phishing-Attack.aspx Thu, 18 Aug 2011 16:44:44 GMT With Adobe, information sharing is an important part of the incident response release process when it comes to fraud prevention. Kaspersky Lab posted this video earlier today where they speak with Adobe’s Head of the Product Security Incident Response Team, David Lenoe. Lenoe discusses how Adobe is responding to attacks against zero-day vulnerabilities and fraud prevention tools. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Adobe-Fights-Zero-Day-Vulnerabilities.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Adobe-Fights-Zero-Day-Vulnerabilities.aspx Tue, 16 Aug 2011 21:08:02 GMT Earlier this month we had a blog post about how there is legislation to remove Social Security numbers from Medicare cards. But until Social Security numbers are removed from the card, it is very important this card is protected with fraud prevention systems. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Medicare-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Medicare-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:44:59 GMT We are proud to announce that in the past six months, we have signed contracts with several international companies to provide id verification solutions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Signs-International-Clients-for-ID-Verification-Services.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Signs-International-Clients-for-ID-Verification-Services.aspx Wed, 03 Aug 2011 15:09:26 GMT The Social Security Number Protection Act, which was signed by President Barack Obama in December 2010, “Prohibits federal, state, or local agencies from: (1) displaying the Social Security account number of any individual, or any derivative of such number, on any check issued for any payment by the agency; or (2) employing, or entering into a contract for the use or employment of, prisoners in any capacity that would allow them access to the Social Security account numbers of other individuals.”   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Legislation-Introduced-to-Remove-Social-Security-Number-from-Medicare-Cards.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Legislation-Introduced-to-Remove-Social-Security-Number-from-Medicare-Cards.aspx Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:35:24 GMT One of the most important things a person can do to combat id fraud is to monitor their credit report as a fraud prevention tool. This simple step, which is free, can alert a user to any transactions that have taken place without their authorization.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Child-Identity-Theft-%e2%80%93-The-Numbers.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Child-Identity-Theft-%e2%80%93-The-Numbers.aspx Tue, 02 Aug 2011 14:03:02 GMT Earlier this year, Google introduced a fraud prevention tool called a 2-step verification that helps protect Google Accounts from id verification threats like password compromise and identity theft. The user will enter a verification code that is sent to their mobile phone and this additional step, only done once, can make it harder for an unauthorized person to gain access to the account. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Offers-Online-Identity-Verification-in-40-Languages.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Offers-Online-Identity-Verification-in-40-Languages.aspx Thu, 28 Jul 2011 16:33:14 GMT When you think of ID verification, I’m going to guess that you think of verifying the identification of a person. Asking their address, date of birth, social security number are ways to do this. But did you think about verifying the identification of a business? http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Do-You-Verify-the-Identity-of-Businesses-You-Work-With-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Do-You-Verify-the-Identity-of-Businesses-You-Work-With-.aspx Tue, 26 Jul 2011 11:29:21 GMT According to the Google Online Security Blog, they recently found some unusual search traffic. Upon investigation, they determined the computers were infected with malware, which is malicious software. Google has not said what he unusual search traffic was, however they have made an effort to notify the users about fraud prevention systems. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Takes-Steps-to-Stop-Malware.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Takes-Steps-to-Stop-Malware.aspx Thu, 21 Jul 2011 14:18:05 GMT I was on our Twitter account earlier today seeing what everyone was talking about when I found a TED talk that Mikko Hypponen did. I highly suggest you take the next 17 minutes and watch this talk “Fighting viruses, defending the net”. It’s informative, entertaining, and you will even chuckle. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/TED-Talk--Mikko-Hypponen-%e2%80%9cFighting-Viruses,-Defending-the-Net%e2%80%9d.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/TED-Talk--Mikko-Hypponen-%e2%80%9cFighting-Viruses,-Defending-the-Net%e2%80%9d.aspx Tue, 19 Jul 2011 19:15:56 GMT A payment processor is often a third-party company that handles credit card transactions; and nine times out of ten the company does not have the cardholder present. This can make id verification and fraud prevention a little trickier, so we have these suggestions to make your transactions safe. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Payment-Processing-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Payment-Processing-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Thu, 14 Jul 2011 13:43:17 GMT A few months ago, we launched a new id verification product at the Pre-Paid Expo in Orlando. The IdentiFlo Management Platform gives you the control you want, but with the backing of a well-known fraud prevention and id verification organization.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/IdentiFlo-Management-Platform.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/IdentiFlo-Management-Platform.aspx Tue, 12 Jul 2011 14:26:40 GMT The Washington Post has reported an unauthorized third party attacked their Jobs website, and the result is an astounding 1.27 million user IDs and e-mail addresses were impacted. No passwords or other personal information was impacted.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Washington-Post-Job-Website-Hacked.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Washington-Post-Job-Website-Hacked.aspx Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:34:30 GMT We haven’t heard much about ATM skimming lately, but police have arrested a man in association with ATM skimming, which is tough to spot sometimes. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Man-Arrested-for-Bank-of-America-ATM-Skimming.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Man-Arrested-for-Bank-of-America-ATM-Skimming.aspx Fri, 08 Jul 2011 11:11:16 GMT At EVS, it’s important to us to be the leaders of the id verification and fraud prevention industry. We spend a lot of time researching and analyzing the latest information so we can provide the best service to our customers. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Resources.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Resources.aspx Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:43:23 GMT Last month we had a blog post about is Google Wallet Really Safe, and now that this technology has been out a bit longer cybercriminals have jumped on this bandwagon. The BitCoin virtual money system has been targeted by a Trojan that steals e-wallets from the computers of BitCoin users. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/BitCoin-Trojan.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/BitCoin-Trojan.aspx Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:37:38 GMT At EVS, privacy and confidentiality are of the utmost importance with our id verification clients and the data of our customers.  We always take these steps to protect the privacy of information, and this is done in online and offline settings: http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-ID-Verification-Privacy-Policy.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-ID-Verification-Privacy-Policy.aspx Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:19:43 GMT We will be attending the MidWest Acquirers Association 9th Annual Conference! So if you are going to be at the conference, be sure to stop by our booth. We will be doing live demonstrations of the IdentiFlo Management Platform, a self-serving fraud prevention system, which we recently launched. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/We%e2%80%99ll-Be-at-the-MidWest-Acquirers-Association.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/We%e2%80%99ll-Be-at-the-MidWest-Acquirers-Association.aspx Thu, 30 Jun 2011 16:08:48 GMT Fraud prevention is never-ending. In a blog we just posted, we talked about how Koobface abandoned Facebook. However, there is a new worm that is targeting Brazilian Facebook users through Facebook chat. And since EVS has many international clients, we want to make you aware of this so you can take personal fraud prevention measures. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-International-Worm.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-International-Worm.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:59:18 GMT Koobface appears to be losing interest in Facebook. They are still active, but at least they aren’t polluting Facebook with fake messages through compromised accounts.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Koobface-Abandons-Facebook.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Koobface-Abandons-Facebook.aspx Wed, 29 Jun 2011 11:45:18 GMT In a previous post, we talked about Android application repackaging. It has recently been discovered Android users are falling victim to a new Android Trojan, GGTracker, which is automatically downloaded to their phone after visiting a website that imitates the Android Market. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Trojan-GGTracker.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Trojan-GGTracker.aspx Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:08:07 GMT It has been reported that there is an Android package installation that is hosted on a fake Android application market site. The Android application repackaging mimics the look and feel of an existing (and safe) Android application so users are less likely to become suspicious before downloading the application.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Application-Repackaging.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Application-Repackaging.aspx Mon, 27 Jun 2011 12:48:27 GMT We’re gearing up to for the Northeast Acquirer’s Association’s (NEAA) 2011 Mid-Atlantic Conference! Patty will be at the conference June 14th and 15th, so if you’d like to put a face to a name, stop by and see her.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Will-Attend-NEAA-Mid-Atlantic-Conference.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Will-Attend-NEAA-Mid-Atlantic-Conference.aspx Tue, 31 May 2011 16:35:13 GMT Google recently launched Google Wallet, which enables users to store credit cards, offers, loyalty cards and coupons on a mobile phone. With this new technology, it brings up questions about id verification and fraud prevention.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Is-Google-Wallet-Really-Safe-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Is-Google-Wallet-Really-Safe-.aspx Fri, 27 May 2011 10:02:05 GMT In the past couple of weeks, I have noticed more and more of my friends’ Facebook pages posting malicious links. And it seems to align with the release of Firesheep.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/How-to-Keep-your-Social-Media-Accounts-Fraud-Free.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/How-to-Keep-your-Social-Media-Accounts-Fraud-Free.aspx Fri, 27 May 2011 09:40:35 GMT LinkedIn recently found out that it faces security issues with its site. The cookies transmitted over the site through SSL and unsecured HTTP connections were remaining active for up to one year.  This creates the security problem because hackers can then capture the cookies by using Firesheep, and access the users’ account, causing id verification issues. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/LinkedIn-Susceptible-to-Firesheep.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/LinkedIn-Susceptible-to-Firesheep.aspx Tue, 24 May 2011 09:28:43 GMT Firesheep is free program that anyone can download, and it allows the user to access a person’s information when they are accessing the internet on public Wi-Fi. While Wi-Fi security has been a concern in fraud prevention and id verification, Firesheep gives anyone access to do what they please. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Firesheep-is-Not-as-Bashful-as-it-Sounds.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Firesheep-is-Not-as-Bashful-as-it-Sounds.aspx Thu, 19 May 2011 11:09:48 GMT While we aren’t raising a community, it is a lot easier to face fraud prevention together. And with Facebook’s recent increased security measures, the fraud prevention community is one step ahead of cybercriminals. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/It-Takes-a-Village.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/It-Takes-a-Village.aspx Wed, 18 May 2011 16:04:34 GMT Geek.com, one of the oldest technology news Web sites, was attacked with malware causing many visitors to be infected while reading articles on the site. The attackers injected rogue IFrames into the site’s articles and main pages of the site. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Geek-com-Visitors-Infected-with-Malware.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Geek-com-Visitors-Infected-with-Malware.aspx Tue, 17 May 2011 11:37:52 GMT Just a reminder, we are going to be at the Electronic Transactions Association Annual Meeting  next week. So stop by and see us at our booth. Rick and Patty will be there doing live demonstrations of fraud prevention solutions . http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Electronic-Transactions-Association-Annual-Meeting.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Electronic-Transactions-Association-Annual-Meeting.aspx Thu, 05 May 2011 17:04:51 GMT Unfortunately, online scams happen. It happens to people, and it happens to large companies like Sony. The other day we posted a blog about one of the largest online network breaches in history. But what has impressed us about Sony is the level of communication it has had with their consumers. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Sony-Keeps-Consumers-in-the-Loop-After-Security-Breach.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Sony-Keeps-Consumers-in-the-Loop-After-Security-Breach.aspx Fri, 29 Apr 2011 13:04:38 GMT Even celebrities have to deal with identity fraud and fraud prevention. While the most recent attack doesn’t access financial information, it can still cause damage to Lady Gaga’s online presence. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Banned-Lady-Gaga-Video-Scam-Spreading-Across-Twitter.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Banned-Lady-Gaga-Video-Scam-Spreading-Across-Twitter.aspx Thu, 28 Apr 2011 14:30:43 GMT Next month, we will be at the Electronic Transactions Association Annual Meeting in San Diego from May 10 – 12. The ETA is where people in the payments industry come together for the most diverse and comprehensive show in the payments industry.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/We%e2%80%99ll-Be-at-the-Electronic-Transactions-Association-Annual-Meeting.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/We%e2%80%99ll-Be-at-the-Electronic-Transactions-Association-Annual-Meeting.aspx Thu, 28 Apr 2011 10:52:24 GMT Sony made an announcement yesterday that its video game online network had a huge breach, resulting in the theft of names, addresses, birth dates, and possibly credit card information for 77 million people. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Sony-Faces-One-of-the-Largest-Ever-Internet-Security-Break-ins.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Sony-Faces-One-of-the-Largest-Ever-Internet-Security-Break-ins.aspx Wed, 27 Apr 2011 15:50:09 GMT Last week, there was a huge breach of Epsilon’s client’s email databases.  But what does this mean to you besides the potential for an increase of SPAM? http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/What-Does-the-Epsilon-Email-List-Hack-Mean-to-You-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/What-Does-the-Epsilon-Email-List-Hack-Mean-to-You-.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:40:37 GMT Identity fraud can cause many problems in your life, but it is possible it won’t stop with your taxes. The IRS has a few recommendations to inform you about fraud prevention. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Identity-Fraud-and-Taxes.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Identity-Fraud-and-Taxes.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2011 15:32:49 GMT  EVS is going to be at the Electronic Transactions Association Annual Meeting and Expo in San Diego, California on May 10 – 12. We’ll be doing live demonstrations of our id verification and fraud prevention systems, so just look for Booth 420. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/We%e2%80%99re-Going-to-the-2011-ETA-Annual-Meeting-%e2%80%93-Are-You-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/We%e2%80%99re-Going-to-the-2011-ETA-Annual-Meeting-%e2%80%93-Are-You-.aspx Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:52:05 GMT Experian has a new report out that states identity fraudsters are increasingly applying for loans and credit cards in the United Kingdom. While this is in another country, just think about the connections you have overseas, and how easy it is to communicate with them. Especially in a business sense. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Identity-Fraud-Up-11--in-United-Kingdom.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Identity-Fraud-Up-11--in-United-Kingdom.aspx Wed, 13 Apr 2011 11:14:10 GMT If your personal information is no longer protected, whether it’s from accidentally giving your information out to the wrong person or if someone steals the information, if you take certain actions is can limit the effect of your information being stolen. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/What-to-do-When-Identity-Theft-Happens-to-You.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/What-to-do-When-Identity-Theft-Happens-to-You.aspx Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:29:17 GMT March is Fraud Prevention Month, but people need to Stop – Think – Click any time they are using the Internet; not just during March. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Stop-%e2%80%93-Think-%e2%80%93-Click.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Stop-%e2%80%93-Think-%e2%80%93-Click.aspx Mon, 28 Mar 2011 11:57:41 GMT As part of Fraud Prevention Month, here are some tips about using Wi-Fi. While they are very convenient, being able to access the Internet while you’re out and about, more than likely your internet connection is not secure.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/March-Fraud-Prevention-Tips--Wi-Fi.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/March-Fraud-Prevention-Tips--Wi-Fi.aspx Fri, 25 Mar 2011 10:52:50 GMT The world is mourning along with Japan because of the catastrophes they have gone through in the past week, but this is not stopping cyber criminals from jumping on the chance to get what they want. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Cyber-Criminals-take-Advantage-of-Japan-Disaster.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Cyber-Criminals-take-Advantage-of-Japan-Disaster.aspx Wed, 16 Mar 2011 10:43:12 GMT March is Fraud Prevention Month, where the FTC and Canadian consumer protection agencies have partnered together for an international effort to raise public awareness on the dangers of fraud, how to recognize it and report it. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/March-is-Fraud-Prevention-Month.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/March-is-Fraud-Prevention-Month.aspx Mon, 14 Mar 2011 11:58:50 GMT In a past blog, we talked about how Windows Mobile Smartphones were attacked by a ZeuS Trojan. Now, it’s been reported Android phone applications have been affected with malware. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Phones-Attacked-by-Malware.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Android-Phones-Attacked-by-Malware.aspx Thu, 03 Mar 2011 16:10:47 GMT On Thursday, we will trade in our winter coats for some short sleeve shirts. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/See-You-At-the-Prepaid-Expo.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/See-You-At-the-Prepaid-Expo.aspx Tue, 01 Mar 2011 15:50:23 GMT A cooperative network security community has reported there is a possible botnet scanning occurring. The person who made the report said their Cisco IPS is picking up a large amount of scanning traffic across a large amount of monitored clients. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Possible-Botnet-Scanning.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Possible-Botnet-Scanning.aspx Mon, 28 Feb 2011 13:03:39 GMT Most of our blog posts talk about how you can instill fraud prevention solutions to your business to better help your customers, but this blog post is going to focus on just what you need to keep an eye on to protect yourself from becoming an identity theft victim. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/What-Identity-Theft-Means-to-You.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/What-Identity-Theft-Means-to-You.aspx Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:09:52 GMT Windows Mobile smartphone users in Poland are facing a new wave of ZeuS Trojan attacks. Customers of ING Bank who access the site through their cell phones have been prompted to enter their cell phone number and smartphone model for a “certificate update”. After the user provided this information, a text message was sent to their phone which contained the ZeuS Trojan file. And if the user downloaded and installed the malicious file, the cell phone would be infected. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Windows-Mobile-Smartphones-Face-ZeuS-Trojan-Attack.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Windows-Mobile-Smartphones-Face-ZeuS-Trojan-Attack.aspx Tue, 22 Feb 2011 14:43:51 GMT ID verification is always important for a business, but especially when there is any kind of monetary transaction. And part of being a responsible business owner is to ensure you are receiving payment from your customer or vendor with their approval. There is a Cutwait botnet that is sending misrepresented communication that appears to be from the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). With such a well-recognized name, and one that deals with banks, many people will not question the communication. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FDIC-Spam-Campaign.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FDIC-Spam-Campaign.aspx Tue, 15 Feb 2011 16:37:29 GMT My guess is most people think scanned documents sent to them from a computer are safe. Well, not so much after this new discovery. According to the MalwareCity blog, “malware writers took the e-mail template proprietary to office printers and scanners and used it to distribute spam.” The malicious attachments are sent in in what one would think would be a harmless PDF file. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/PDF-Attachments-Used-to-Send-Zbots.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/PDF-Attachments-Used-to-Send-Zbots.aspx Thu, 10 Feb 2011 16:00:21 GMT Krebs on Security reported on a company that is assisting the federal government find cyberactivists who are known for attacking businesses refusing to support Wikileaks was hacked. Unfortunately, HBGary Federal’s security and fraud prevention measures weren’t enough to stop Anonymous, the group responsible for hacking the site. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/HBGary-Federal-Hacked-by-Anarchic-Internet-Group.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/HBGary-Federal-Hacked-by-Anarchic-Internet-Group.aspx Tue, 08 Feb 2011 16:17:51 GMT The Pre-Paid Expo launched the networking portion of its website earlier today, and this put a little bounce in our step. It’s not much longer until we will be at the Pre-Paid Expo in sunny Orlando, Florida doing live demonstrations on our new product.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Product-Launch-at-Pre-Paid-Expo.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Product-Launch-at-Pre-Paid-Expo.aspx Thu, 03 Feb 2011 17:14:39 GMT We talk a lot about fraud prevention on our blog because unfortunately it’s very prevalent. MSN Money posted an article a couple of days ago where they interviewed a person who was convicted of credit-card fraud and identity theft in 2004. Dan DeFelippi had the following tips: http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/How-to-Avoid-Becoming-a-Victim--Tips-from-a-Convicted-Fraudster.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/How-to-Avoid-Becoming-a-Victim--Tips-from-a-Convicted-Fraudster.aspx Tue, 01 Feb 2011 16:16:12 GMT In past blog posts, we have talked a bit about malware. AV-Test processed an average of 54,000 samples per day in 2010, which is up from an average of 33,000 in 2009. Fraud prevention always needs to be at the front of your mind, whether it’s for your company or for yourself. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malware-is-on-the-Rise.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malware-is-on-the-Rise.aspx Thu, 27 Jan 2011 16:23:03 GMT We have an addition to the EVS Family! Patricia McCormack (we call her Patty) started at EVS a little bit ago as an Account Manager. Not only does she have an awesome personality and is tons of fun to work with, but she knows her stuff about id verification and fraud prevention! http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Our-EVS-Family-is-Growing.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Our-EVS-Family-is-Growing.aspx Thu, 27 Jan 2011 14:36:54 GMT When you’re on the social networking site, Facebook, fraud prevention and id verification may not be on the top of your mind… but it should be. I’ve noticed several of my friends posting “their first Facebook status” and at first I thought “ooh, that’s fun, I wonder what the first thing I said on here.” But I’ve learned not to click on links of the new, and usually useless, applications that are being passed around. And thankfully, my instinct was correct.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Sometimes-it-Pays-to-Not-be-First-at-Everything.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Sometimes-it-Pays-to-Not-be-First-at-Everything.aspx Tue, 25 Jan 2011 16:35:27 GMT I didn’t think many people used the chat program ICQ anymore, but just in case you do there are reports of malicious ads occurring when using this program. The Securelist blog did research on the matter, and found the scareware (fake anti-virus) was popping up when ICQ was getting information, or displaying, new ads. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ICQ-Displays-Scareware.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ICQ-Displays-Scareware.aspx Tue, 25 Jan 2011 16:21:36 GMT To address your needs, we are changing our IdentiFlo solutions to cater to what you need and want out of EVS id verification and fraud prevention solutions. We will launch the new product early this year. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/IdentiFlo-Solutions-to-Change.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/IdentiFlo-Solutions-to-Change.aspx Mon, 17 Jan 2011 15:29:00 GMT According to the Krebs on Security blog, Microsoft has released security updates to fix several vulnerabilities in the Windows OS. However, none of the patches address the zero-day flaws that can remain undetected after they are launched. Unfortunately, id verification is the last thing a person will think of if they receive a link from a person they know. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Security-Updates-for-Microsoft-Vulnerabilities.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Security-Updates-for-Microsoft-Vulnerabilities.aspx Thu, 13 Jan 2011 16:47:29 GMT It’s important to always stay on top of your industry, and what better way to do that than attend conferences and tradeshows. We will have EVS representatives at the Prepaid Expo USA March 6 – 9, 2011 in Orlando, Florida. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Join-Us-at-the-Prepaid-Expo-USA.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Join-Us-at-the-Prepaid-Expo-USA.aspx Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:24:48 GMT While the Red Flags Rule has been talked about for quite some time, it was finally passed. On December 18, 2010 President Obama signed into law the Red Flag Program Clarification Act. According to FTC.gov, “The Red Flags Rule requires many businesses and organizations to implement a written Identity Theft Prevention Program designed to detect the warning signs — or "red flags" — of identity theft in their day-to-day operations.” http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Rule-Passed.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Rule-Passed.aspx Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:11:09 GMT EVS would like to thank everyone for their support in 2010. The team at EVS has had a great 2010 and we could not have done it without you http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Happy-Holidays-and-New-Year.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Happy-Holidays-and-New-Year.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 17:32:36 GMT Bank account verification is trending id verification tool for fraud prevention solution teams. Bank account verification identifies an individual by pulling dollars directly for them the user’s bank account. The user logs into to http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Bank-Account-Verification.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Bank-Account-Verification.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 17:27:58 GMT As smartphones become more ubiquitous, so too is mobile text messaging for id verification. Text verification uses a person phone number to verify the person’s identity.  Fraud prevention solutions with this tool will attempt to send a confirmation code to the users cell phone. The user must reply to the sender with the confirmation code. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mobile-Text-Messaging-Verification.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mobile-Text-Messaging-Verification.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 17:20:56 GMT Email verification is a more popular form of id verification  used online today. It utilizes an individual’s email account to verify the user.  Email verification tools will look for malicious email addresses, any domains http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Email-Verification.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Email-Verification.aspx Wed, 15 Dec 2010 17:13:17 GMT A few months ago we wrote a blog on ATM skimmers, and while I was on Krebs on Security he had a good blog about a conversation he had with a person who was trying to sell him an ATM Skimmer. A person may not even know they have fallen prey to identity fraud, and has no clue they need to pay attention to fraud prevention or id verification from a personal standpoint. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Skimmed-Numbers-Means-Skimmed-Dollars.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Skimmed-Numbers-Means-Skimmed-Dollars.aspx Mon, 13 Dec 2010 15:43:45 GMT The Internet is full of websites that shorten URLs to make the links short, easy to share, and very convenient. And McAfee decided to join the party by providing a product called mcaf.ee, which has fraud prevention security over its competitors. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Shortened-URL,-Heightened-Risk.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Shortened-URL,-Heightened-Risk.aspx Tue, 07 Dec 2010 18:47:51 GMT Identity verification is something people need to keep at the front of their minds at all times. Whether you received an email to your personal email account that is offering a discount on a product that may be of interest to you, or if it is a business you are interested in purchasing something from but aren’t familiar with their company.  The head honcho behind “Mega-D” botnet, a network of PCs that sent out about one third of all spam, was identified by federal investigators and is now indicted. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mega-D-Mastermind-Arrested.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mega-D-Mastermind-Arrested.aspx Fri, 03 Dec 2010 13:41:36 GMT Smart phones are almost everywhere you see, and people frequently use their smart phone to access the Internet. While it’s very convenient, it’s not the most secure way to access the Internet and fraud prevention systems are not typically thought of. According to the Security Watch blog, the iPhone is vulnerable to Web UI Spoofing. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/iPhone-Vulnerabilities.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/iPhone-Vulnerabilities.aspx Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:52:31 GMT You’re in business, we’re in business. And what social media site is geared towards professionals? LinkedIn! We have been working on our LinkedIn page to make our fraud prevention systems and id verification documents readily available for you, and on a site you are already on.  So the next time you’re on LinkedIn, check out the Electronic Verification Systems profile. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Join-us-on-LinkedIn.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Join-us-on-LinkedIn.aspx Tue, 23 Nov 2010 17:43:39 GMT Here at EVS, we know how much work it takes to stay current and secure with identity verification, this is why we offer many fraud prevention tools for your business. We understand you may not want to get on the phone with us for a Live Demo, so we have posted all of our product solution documents to Slideshare and Sliderocket. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Solutions.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Fraud-Prevention-Solutions.aspx Thu, 18 Nov 2010 15:42:50 GMT Cyber criminals are known for pouncing on trending topics because of the large amount of people who click on the links. Black Friday deals are not exempt, and fraud prevention tools are increasingly important. According to a PandaLabs blog post, many cyber criminals are using search engine ads to run malicious campaigns. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Black-Friday-Malicious-Campaigns.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Black-Friday-Malicious-Campaigns.aspx Wed, 17 Nov 2010 10:50:30 GMT While reading security blogs today, I found some good videos discussing different aspects of security. This video, TechNet Radio: Preserving Data Privacy and Confidentiality in the Cloud John Baker and Javier Salido from Microsoft discuss fraud prevention, privacy and security challenges and solutions of a company’s confidential data, if they decide to migrate their infrastructure to the cloud.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Clouds-%e2%80%93-Not-the-Fluffy-Ones.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Clouds-%e2%80%93-Not-the-Fluffy-Ones.aspx Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:20:41 GMT While mobile technology is at-your-fingers, constantly keeping you connected and allows you to complete tasks that were formally “errands” – like running to the bank – you may want to think twice before using a mobile banking application. According to ViaForensics, neither Google nor Apple have prevented mobile applications from storing passwords and data to the device, which could potentially give a person the information they needed to ace identity verification questions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mobile-Banking-Applications-%e2%80%93-Not-so-Handy-After-All.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mobile-Banking-Applications-%e2%80%93-Not-so-Handy-After-All.aspx Tue, 09 Nov 2010 17:27:23 GMT Microsoft is investigating new and public reports of vulnerability in all versions of Internet Explorers. This also includes Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Outlook Express, and Windows Mail, making fraud prevention tools very important.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Internet-Explorer-Users-Warned-of-Vulnerabilities.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Internet-Explorer-Users-Warned-of-Vulnerabilities.aspx Thu, 04 Nov 2010 17:55:49 GMT Google announced yesterday they are trying an experimental vulnerability reward program for the Google web properties. In January, Google launched a Chromium open source project for fraud prevention. Researchers found a wide arrange of great bugs, and they are hoping this new program will do the same.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Bug-Researchers-Wanted.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google-Bug-Researchers-Wanted.aspx Tue, 02 Nov 2010 16:32:51 GMT According to the Microsoft Malware Protections Center, the Nobel Peace Prize website was hacked. And people browsing the site with Firefox 3.5 and 3.6 may have received malware, delivered by a JavaScript that exploits a vulnerability in Firefox. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Nobel-Peace-Prize-Site-Hacked.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Nobel-Peace-Prize-Site-Hacked.aspx Thu, 28 Oct 2010 12:33:50 GMT There is always something new to keep your eye on, and this time it’s the Trojan removal tool. It impersonates the BitDefender Stuxnet Removal tool, but deletes the files on the C:\ drive. The tool’s icon looks like a syringe, and once implemented files will are deleted, file associations are changed, and forces a system reboot. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Trojan-Removal-Tool-Damage.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Trojan-Removal-Tool-Damage.aspx Tue, 26 Oct 2010 17:13:52 GMT McAfee had an in-depth blog on the W32/Ramnit virus earlier this month that had some great information. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/W32-Ramnit-Virus.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/W32-Ramnit-Virus.aspx Fri, 22 Oct 2010 11:04:50 GMT We have recently made a change to our Twitter account. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Twitter-Account.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Twitter-Account.aspx Tue, 19 Oct 2010 17:00:10 GMT Like many things, people think they are invisible to identity fraud. But once you take a look at this blog post by Brian Krebs on Krebs on Security, you will think twice about how simple it can be for someone to get their bank information swiped without them even noticing. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ATM-Skimmers-and-ID-Verification.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ATM-Skimmers-and-ID-Verification.aspx Fri, 15 Oct 2010 15:18:35 GMT Microsoft releases 16 security bulletins. EVS offers id verification, id authentication, and fraud prevention tools. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Microsoft-Vulnerabilities-Released.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Microsoft-Vulnerabilities-Released.aspx Tue, 12 Oct 2010 16:04:24 GMT October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, sponsored by the Department of Homeland Security. EVS offers id verification, id authentication, and fraud prevention tips.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/October-is-National-Cybersecurity-Awareness-Month.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/October-is-National-Cybersecurity-Awareness-Month.aspx Thu, 07 Oct 2010 13:52:51 GMT EVS will be attending the WSAA conference in San Diego next week. EVS will be demonstrating their id verification, id authentication, and point of enrollment products. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/See-You-at-the-WSAA!.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/See-You-at-the-WSAA!.aspx Tue, 05 Oct 2010 15:59:34 GMT According to the New York Times, media research group Inside Network estimates that the sale of virtual goods—such as mobile apps and games, social media currency, and game-exclusive items—is estimated to reach the $2 billion revenue mark by next year, and possibly double by 2012. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Virtual-Sales-to-Reach-$2-1-Billion-by-2011.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Virtual-Sales-to-Reach-$2-1-Billion-by-2011.aspx Tue, 28 Sep 2010 12:34:16 GMT Remain up-to-date on news from the fraud prevention and online security industry with EVS 2.0’s Top Industry Blogs. These industry headliners are some of the best news sources available with regards to cyber security, identity theft and fraud, and the latest innovations in online protection. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Top-Industry-Blogs--Part-Four.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Top-Industry-Blogs--Part-Four.aspx Thu, 23 Sep 2010 13:07:32 GMT The online security industry buzzed this morning with news that social media giant Twitter had come under cyber attack. While the attack itself was not used to spread malicious software or other possible identity threats, it serves as a demonstration of just how vulnerable even the largest online communities are—and how important id verification is to your business. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Twitter-Attacked-by-Java-Exploit.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Twitter-Attacked-by-Java-Exploit.aspx Tue, 21 Sep 2010 12:56:18 GMT Continuing on with our Facebook security threat series, today’s post will focus on the Facebook twist on an old e-mail scheme: password phishing.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/A-Look-at-Facebook-Security-Threats--Password-Phishing.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/A-Look-at-Facebook-Security-Threats--Password-Phishing.aspx Thu, 16 Sep 2010 15:52:04 GMT In an odd, but not quite surprising turn of events that shows just how prevalent online scams can be, cybercriminals are now exploiting Internet users searching for information on the recent “Here you have” e-mail attack. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/YouTube-Scams-Victimize-Curious-Consumers.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/YouTube-Scams-Victimize-Curious-Consumers.aspx Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:23:27 GMT In the fraud prevention systems industry, it is often valuable to step back from the more complex issues at hand and refresh our knowledge of the basic causes and effects of identity theft. Kindsight blog recently conducted an online survey totaling 1,200 users, identifying their primary sources of concern regarding id theft. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Kindsight-Survey-Sheds-Light-on-ID-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Kindsight-Survey-Sheds-Light-on-ID-Theft.aspx Fri, 10 Sep 2010 11:01:55 GMT  In this edition of Top Industry Blogs, we’ll be picking out two more valuable resources we at EVS turn to for all of our cyber crime, fraud prevention tool and id authentication news. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Top-Industry-Blogs--Part-Three.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Top-Industry-Blogs--Part-Three.aspx Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:52:23 GMT Holidays are some of the most important times to make sure your business has id verification and id authentication procedures in place. Most retail businesses, both on- and off-line will host well-advertised sales and events during these special periods, and identity thieves are poised to take advantage of consumers just as they do the savings. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Labor-Day-Phishing-Advisory.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Labor-Day-Phishing-Advisory.aspx Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:20:25 GMT In most cases when we call attention to the use of public Internet here on the EVS blog, we call out coffee shops, restaurants and other establishments our customers are likely to visit on a daily basis. But according to Symantec, they are not the only places where the use of a public computer or personal mobile device could encounter malicious software. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Use-Airport-Internet-with-Caution.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Use-Airport-Internet-with-Caution.aspx Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:53:33 GMT Introduced earlier this week, EVS Blog 2.0 is using four posts to address some of the many different Facebookidentity theft threats that target users of all ages and demographics, and therefore pose a potential security risk to businesses everywhere.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/A-Look-at-Facebook-Security-Threats--Like-Spam.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/A-Look-at-Facebook-Security-Threats--Like-Spam.aspx Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:16:09 GMT USB is the universal connector for most mainstream technologies. Both Mac and PC use it, nearly all wireless devices have the option to recharge their batteries from it, and portable USB flash memory is widely utilized by both consumers and business people every day. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Panda-Labs--Portable-USB-Memory-Carrying-25--of-Worms.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Panda-Labs--Portable-USB-Memory-Carrying-25--of-Worms.aspx Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:09:53 GMT We introduced our Top Industry Blogs series at the beginning of August, in order to highlight some of our security peers who have built significant resources of information in their corner of cyberspace. EVS Blog 2.0 is happy to shine the spotlight on two more industry thought leaders that are making contributions to the advancement of fraud prevention systems every day. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Top-Industry-Blogs--Part-Two.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Top-Industry-Blogs--Part-Two.aspx Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:57:50 GMT Facebook is a worldwide social networking phenomenon that has become intrinsically integrated into the everyday lives of a huge percentage of the world’s population. Its widespread use at home, in schools, in the workplace and on the go via mobile devices has made it a popular target for scammers and identity thieves. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/A-Look-at-Facebook-Security-Threats.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/A-Look-at-Facebook-Security-Threats.aspx Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:48:01 GMT As we continue on with EVS Blog 2.0, we would like to take the time to highlight some of our peers in the industry blogosphere. There are many excellent resources available online to those looking for information on the id authentication  and identity verification industry, both from the industry professional and end-user perspective. We’ll be highlighting ten blogs in total, so be sure to leave us your thoughts or comment if you would like to see your blog featured here. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Series--Top-Industry-Blogs.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Series--Top-Industry-Blogs.aspx Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:25:05 GMT At EVS, we try to keep our id verification and fraud prevention tools as straightforward and easy to use as possible. That’s why we bundle all our services together into comprehensive solutions that can conduct multiple searches with one lookup. However, taking a look at the bigger cyber security picture, staying safe isn’t always as easy as just one click. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Americans-Need-More-Security-Guidance.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Americans-Need-More-Security-Guidance.aspx Tue, 10 Aug 2010 16:12:57 GMT As part of EVS Blog 2.0, we’re happy to bring you a brief inside look into how EVS provides reliable, consistent data retrieval servers for all of our id verification and fraud prevention tools: the EVS data center.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Behind-the-Scenes-at-the-EVS-Data-Center.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Behind-the-Scenes-at-the-EVS-Data-Center.aspx Fri, 06 Aug 2010 16:15:38 GMT We at the EVS blog have been spreading the word about id verification,id authentication, fraud prevention services, industry trends and breaking news for several years. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Introducing-EVS-Blog-2-0.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Introducing-EVS-Blog-2-0.aspx Wed, 04 Aug 2010 16:28:31 GMT This week, the United States government officially declared that “jailbreaking” the Apple iPhone was not considered illegal. While doing so does in fact void Apple’s warranty on the product, altering the software in order http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/iPhone-Malware-Already-in-Circulation.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/iPhone-Malware-Already-in-Circulation.aspx Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:55:10 GMT Smart phone technologies are continuing to surge in popularity across the country. As these ultra portable devices further penetrate the business world, there are many important issues surfacing regarding their responsible ownership and use. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Apple-iPhone-%e2%80%9cJailbreak%e2%80%9d-Declared-Legal.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Apple-iPhone-%e2%80%9cJailbreak%e2%80%9d-Declared-Legal.aspx Wed, 28 Jul 2010 08:40:28 GMT Apple technology’s foolproof stereotype is a common misconception among general consumers and those outside of technology related industries. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Apple-Technology-Ranked-Most-Potentially-Vulnerable.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Apple-Technology-Ranked-Most-Potentially-Vulnerable.aspx Tue, 27 Jul 2010 08:42:02 GMT If you’ve been following us recently, you know that we’ve been covering the upcoming Midwest Acquirers Association 8th Annual Conference, one of the electronic payment industry’s leading midwestern conferences. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-MWAA-Point-of-Enrollment-Whitepaper-Now-Available-for-Download.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-MWAA-Point-of-Enrollment-Whitepaper-Now-Available-for-Download.aspx Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:27:50 GMT The Midwest Acquirers Association 8th Annual Conference is coming up fast! Running from next Wednesday, July 21 through July 23, MWAA is a gathering of professional minds from all across the electronic payment industry that you will not want to miss. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/MWAA-2010-Next-Week!.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/MWAA-2010-Next-Week!.aspx Fri, 16 Jul 2010 16:45:30 GMT A subgroup of the Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) is now considering amendments to the document "Authentication in an Internet Banking Environment," guidelines for financial institutions in the form of a whitepaper published in 2005. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Online-Banking-Id-Authentication-Under-Federal-Scrutiny.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Online-Banking-Id-Authentication-Under-Federal-Scrutiny.aspx Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:11:31 GMT As we announced last month, EVS will be exhibiting at the prestigious MidWest Acquirers Association 8th Annual Conference, July 21 23 in Schaumburg, IL. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Whitepaper-Debut-at-MWAA-2010.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Whitepaper-Debut-at-MWAA-2010.aspx Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:44:38 GMT Those who follow current events within the id verification and fraud prevention industry are all too familiar with the amount of international cybercrime that is conducted on a daily basis. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Bringing-Internet-Fraud-Back-Home.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Bringing-Internet-Fraud-Back-Home.aspx Fri, 09 Jul 2010 14:26:59 GMT With high tech smart phones becoming standard in the business world for productivity on the go, we’ve seen several stories warning of the dangers of using them across unsecured Wi Fi networks. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Smart-Phones-Lack-Security.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Smart-Phones-Lack-Security.aspx Thu, 01 Jul 2010 16:34:06 GMT At EVS, we’re always working to spread the message of fraud prevention and compliance as our industry continues to grow. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Article-Archive-Open.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Article-Archive-Open.aspx Tue, 29 Jun 2010 17:04:26 GMT Internet Fraud Alert, a new cyber security effort pioneered by Microsoft and donated to the National Cyber Forensics and Training Alliance (NCFTA), hopes to streamline the process of reporting stolen consumer data. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Project-Streamlines-Fraud-Reporting.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Project-Streamlines-Fraud-Reporting.aspx Thu, 24 Jun 2010 11:35:46 GMT We have addressed the dangers of using smartphones over unsecured public Wi Fi in previous posts, but we have yet to touch on the subject of using computers that are offered to the public for temporary use. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Beware-of-Wi-Fi-Hospitality.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Beware-of-Wi-Fi-Hospitality.aspx Tue, 22 Jun 2010 18:00:39 GMT After a brief break from our conference schedule this year, EVS is gearing up for the MidWest Acquirers Association 8th Annual Conference. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Getting-Ready-for-MWAA-2010.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Getting-Ready-for-MWAA-2010.aspx Thu, 17 Jun 2010 15:09:55 GMT Here at EVS, we take pride in providing you with the most relevant and current information regarding protecting your business and consumers from id fraud. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Dig-Deeper-Into-Id-Verification-with-Whitepapers.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Dig-Deeper-Into-Id-Verification-with-Whitepapers.aspx Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:20:55 GMT The Arizona immigration law has, once again, brought immigration reform to the forefront of the country's conscience. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Immigration-Laws-and-Id-Verification.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Immigration-Laws-and-Id-Verification.aspx Thu, 10 Jun 2010 16:39:14 GMT Last month, the FTC delayed the implementation of the Red Flags Rule compliance for a fifth time this month. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Doctors-Delay-Red-Flags-Ruling.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Doctors-Delay-Red-Flags-Ruling.aspx Tue, 08 Jun 2010 14:16:38 GMT The recent surge in smart phone popularity has made the versatile mobile devices a prime target for hackers and identity thieves. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Are-Your-Employees-Putting-Your-Business-at-Risk-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Are-Your-Employees-Putting-Your-Business-at-Risk-.aspx Mon, 07 Jun 2010 11:15:52 GMT The United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Red Flags Rule, an unprecedented move in the federal government’s fight against id theft, has once again seen its deadline for nationwide compliance pushed back to accommodate requests from Congress. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FTC-Delays-Red-Flags-Rule-Compliance-Once-Again.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FTC-Delays-Red-Flags-Rule-Compliance-Once-Again.aspx Tue, 01 Jun 2010 09:57:14 GMT Three men were charged with cyber fraud by a United States grand jury. Their scheme involved using phony Internet ads claiming, to unsuspecting people and businesses, their computer was infected with virus, malware and other malicious software. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Three-Charged-by-U-S--in-$100-Million-Cyber-Fraud-Scam.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Three-Charged-by-U-S--in-$100-Million-Cyber-Fraud-Scam.aspx Fri, 28 May 2010 10:33:59 GMT Part of staying at the forefront of fraud prevention is examining the vulnerabilities on both the business and consumer side of everyday transactions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Content-Distribution-Imitators-Aim-for-Id-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Content-Distribution-Imitators-Aim-for-Id-Theft.aspx Thu, 27 May 2010 14:32:56 GMT Facebook, MySpace, Twitter and other popular social networking sites are coming under federal scrutiny both here in the U.S. and abroad over their privacy settings for users accounts. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Facebook,-MySpace,-Twitter--Oh-My----How-to-Protect-Your-Identity.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Facebook,-MySpace,-Twitter--Oh-My----How-to-Protect-Your-Identity.aspx Thu, 20 May 2010 10:00:18 GMT When consumers and business operators outside of the fraud prevention industry consider cyber threats such as phishing and data mining, they may picture complex homemade software and teams of brilliant programmers. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-Software-Made-Simple-Via-Twitter.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-Software-Made-Simple-Via-Twitter.aspx Tue, 18 May 2010 17:23:31 GMT A common misconception among consumers and some businesses is that Apple’s Mac line is invulnerable to the malicious software and crippling hacks that plague users of Microsoft Windows. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ESET-Offers-Insight-Into-Mac-Security-and-Id-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/ESET-Offers-Insight-Into-Mac-Security-and-Id-Theft.aspx Thu, 13 May 2010 17:14:05 GMT Visa has issued a warning that financial institutions should be on high alert for criminal activity. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Visa-Issues-Cyber-Crime-Alert-to-Financial-Institutions.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Visa-Issues-Cyber-Crime-Alert-to-Financial-Institutions.aspx Wed, 12 May 2010 10:31:25 GMT Some say that the best defense is a strong offense. In the world of fraud prevention and online security, what better offense is available than training your employees to look for the same vulnerabilities as hackers and identity thieves? http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google--Know-Thy-Enemy.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Google--Know-Thy-Enemy.aspx Thu, 06 May 2010 16:22:17 GMT No matter how well you think you know the tactics employed by identity thieves, the fast paced and deceptive nature of business fraud can still be surprising. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/F-Secure-Illustrates-Corporate-Identity-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/F-Secure-Illustrates-Corporate-Identity-Theft.aspx Tue, 04 May 2010 12:37:56 GMT By now, most everyone is familiar with the basic principals of fraudulent e mails, or "phishing" e-mails, that attempt to fool recipients into surrendering personal information. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/E-mail-Fraud-Now-Targeting-Tweeters.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/E-mail-Fraud-Now-Targeting-Tweeters.aspx Fri, 30 Apr 2010 08:27:15 GMT In an interesting post made to Krebs on Security last week, blog contributor Aaron Jacobson of Authentify revealed an interactive map charting the locations of all major banking fraud incidents reported on by Krebs, both at his current blog and former work for The Washington Post. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mapping-Bank-Fraud.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Mapping-Bank-Fraud.aspx Tue, 27 Apr 2010 17:04:46 GMT In an industry which is consistently and rapidly evolving to counteract cyber security threats, regular peer review and analysis is critically important. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Symantec-Releases-2009-Internet-Security-Threat-Report.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Symantec-Releases-2009-Internet-Security-Threat-Report.aspx Fri, 23 Apr 2010 13:47:22 GMT Popular alternative web browsers such as Mozilla Firefox and Google Chrome have become popular with both businesses and consumers for their enhanced Internet security, and optional modifications known as extensions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-Software-Hidden-in-Browser-Extensions.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-Software-Hidden-in-Browser-Extensions.aspx Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:14:11 GMT Businesses across the globe are becoming increasingly more aware of cyber crime, and are taking more detailed and efficient steps towards protecting their valuable data each year. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Trojan-Keyloggers-Affect-Almost-90--of-Fortune-500-Businesses.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Trojan-Keyloggers-Affect-Almost-90--of-Fortune-500-Businesses.aspx Fri, 16 Apr 2010 15:27:08 GMT Last week, Brian Krebs of Krebs on Security made an informative post on ways that both businesses and their banks can improve their efficient e-banking protections, and possibly mitigate or significantly decrease the risk of falling victim to cyber attacks. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Professional-Fraud-Prevention-Suggestions-for-e-Banking-Safety.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Professional-Fraud-Prevention-Suggestions-for-e-Banking-Safety.aspx Wed, 14 Apr 2010 22:22:56 GMT We are excited to be preparing for the 20th anniversary of the Electronic Transaction Association’s (ETA) Annual Meeting and Expo, taking place April 13-15 in Las Vegas, NV. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Showcasing-at-ETA-2010.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Showcasing-at-ETA-2010.aspx Fri, 09 Apr 2010 17:13:50 GMT There are two primary focus points to any business security program: protection of data and compliance with federal regulations. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Compliance-Versus-Security.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Compliance-Versus-Security.aspx Tue, 06 Apr 2010 17:00:12 GMT This year will mark the 20 year anniversary of the Electronic Transactions Association (ETA) Annual Meeting and Expo, a key networking and education event for members of the electronic payment industry. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Gearing-Up-for-ETA-2010.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Gearing-Up-for-ETA-2010.aspx Thu, 01 Apr 2010 20:30:33 GMT Spam e-mails are a popular method of delivering malicious software usually in the form of an attachment or a link pointing unsuspecting readers toward infected websites. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Your-Customers-and-Employees-are-Opening-Spam.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Your-Customers-and-Employees-are-Opening-Spam.aspx Wed, 31 Mar 2010 14:27:05 GMT This year’s CanSecWest conference in Vancouver, B.C. was once again host to the annual “Pwn2Own” hacking contest, which demonstrated the power of intelligent exploitation by researchers and members of the security industry. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Hacking-Contest-Demonstrates-Popular-Software-Exploitation.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Hacking-Contest-Demonstrates-Popular-Software-Exploitation.aspx Fri, 26 Mar 2010 09:39:55 GMT Stealing wallets, credit cards, social security numbers, or other major qualifying information is the traditionally thought of means of identity theft. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Data-Mining-and-Social-Networking.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Data-Mining-and-Social-Networking.aspx Tue, 23 Mar 2010 15:21:28 GMT Starting Monday, March 22, EVS will be exhibiting at the Southeast Acquirers’ Association (SEAA) Annual Seminar in Atlanta, GA. We’d like to personally invite all of our readers to stop by EVS’ booth and take part in the available activities. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Experience-EVS-Fraud-Prevention-Solutions-Live-at-SEAA.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Experience-EVS-Fraud-Prevention-Solutions-Live-at-SEAA.aspx Fri, 19 Mar 2010 08:50:00 GMT The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has released disturbing figures showing the increasing amount of loss incurred by businesses that become victims of Internet fraud. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Business-Losses-Due-to-Internet-Fraud-Reach-$500M.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Business-Losses-Due-to-Internet-Fraud-Reach-$500M.aspx Thu, 18 Mar 2010 09:29:47 GMT Fraudulent e-mails sent to both consumers and businesses claiming to be from reputable sources, most commonly known as phishing e-mails, are one of the most common weapons used by fraudsters to steal personal identifying information and commit identity fraud. Some install malicious software, others convince consumers to surrender their identities to identity thieves both at home and overseas. Worst of all, most phishing victims have no idea they are being duped. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Browser-Plug-In-Helps-Mitigate-Phishing.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Browser-Plug-In-Helps-Mitigate-Phishing.aspx Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:33:47 GMT As we announced in a previous post, EVS representatives will be attending the Southeast Acquirers’ Association (SEAA) Annual Seminar in Atlanta, GA on March 22-23. During the event, EVS will be offering interactive demonstrations and responding to your feedback as you explore our comprehensive fraud prevention systems. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Try-IdentiFlo-Free-at-SEAA-Seminar.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Try-IdentiFlo-Free-at-SEAA-Seminar.aspx Tue, 09 Mar 2010 15:20:52 GMT In another historical victory of law enforcement over identity fraud cybercriminals, Reuters announced on Tuesday that Spanish police have arrested the minds behind the Mariposa botnet, the largest botnet operation ever to be shut down. During its reign, Mariposa infected more than 13 million PCs in 190 countries, spanning from personal home computers to government agencies. The two security firms that investigated Mariposa—Canadian firm Defense Intelligence Inc and Spain’s Panda Security S.L.—said the botnet had infected over half of the world’s 1,000 largest companies, including 40 major financial institutions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Virus-Masterminds-Arrested-in-Spain.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Virus-Masterminds-Arrested-in-Spain.aspx Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:55:35 GMT March is going to be an exciting month for EVS as our security experts prepare for another industry exhibition of our business fraud prevention solutions. On March 22-23, EVS will be offering interactive demonstrations and educational tools to attendees of the Southeast Acquirers’ Association Annual Seminar (SEAA) in Atlanta, Georgia. Further information on the conference itself is available at the SEAA, and we encourage all of our readers to learn more and consider attending. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Prepares-for-SEAA-Annual-Seminar.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Prepares-for-SEAA-Annual-Seminar.aspx Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:20:02 GMT As reported by Wired magazine’s Threat Level blog, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has released its Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book report, an annual document that details millions of consumer complaints reported to the FTC. Not surprisingly, identity theft still retains its status as the top consumer complaint for the year 2009. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FTC--Report-Shows-5--Decrease-in-Consumer-Identity-Theft-Complaints.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FTC--Report-Shows-5--Decrease-in-Consumer-Identity-Theft-Complaints.aspx Fri, 26 Feb 2010 13:41:24 GMT A story presented today by Krebs on Security truly brings home the threat of sophisticated cybercrime. Cynxsure LLC of Hudson, New Hampshire, lost just under $100,000 to an international Internet fraud attack utilizing American citizens as money mules. However, what sets this theft apart from so many others like it are the preventative measures which Cynxsure had put in place to prevent such an incident. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Firm-Loses-$100K-Despite-Fraud-Protection.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Firm-Loses-$100K-Despite-Fraud-Protection.aspx Wed, 24 Feb 2010 09:56:14 GMT Today begins the final countdown to Prepaid Expo USA 2010, one of the largest annual gatherings of experts in the prepaid industry. As we’ve covered in previous posts, EVS will be participating in this year’s exposition. From booth #123, EVS representatives will exhibit popular fraud prevention solutions, offer product walk-throughs using interactive demonstrative tools and schedule in-house follow-ups with interested expo participants. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-at-Prepaid-Expo-USA-2010-Next-Week.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-at-Prepaid-Expo-USA-2010-Next-Week.aspx Thu, 18 Feb 2010 21:17:25 GMT Wired magazine’s Threat Level blog has brought to our attention the historic ruling against 37-year-old Max Ray Vision, who has been ordered to serve 13 years in federal prison for identity theft and hacking. Vision’s sentence is the longest such ruling issued against an identity fraud cyber criminal in the United States. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Identity-Thief-Issued-Record-Prison-Sentence.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Identity-Thief-Issued-Record-Prison-Sentence.aspx Tue, 16 Feb 2010 17:48:38 GMT Identity fraud, more often than not, happens to those consumers who are wealthy and living comfortably. But there are also those who seek to victimize the most vulnerable among us, including the financially discouraged, the sick, and more recently, senior citizens. “Grandparent scams,” or those scams specifically designed to prey on the trusting nature of our eldest relatives, have been reported more frequently according to law enforcement in Merrill, Wisconsin. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Grandparent-Scams-on-the-Rise.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Grandparent-Scams-on-the-Rise.aspx Tue, 09 Feb 2010 18:07:46 GMT The CyberSource 11th Annual Online Fraud Report has been released for industry review, and it includes some uplifting statistics suggesting that the consistent yearly pattern of lost revenue due to online identity fraud is finally in decline. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/2010-Fraud-Report-Shows-Fraud-in-Decline.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/2010-Fraud-Report-Shows-Fraud-in-Decline.aspx Fri, 05 Feb 2010 14:12:06 GMT Major data breaches, unique and sophisticated hacking attempts, and large-scale cases of identity fraud and account exploitation are frequent sights on industry news networks, blogs and feeds. And while reporting the major incidents shows us how damaging cyber attacks can be, they fail to illustrate just how often the attacks occur. McAfee’s recent survey of over 600 “critical infrastructure enterprise” technology executives does exactly that—and the results are disturbing. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/29-Percent-of-Critical-Enterprises-Experience-Monthly-Cyber-Attacks.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/29-Percent-of-Critical-Enterprises-Experience-Monthly-Cyber-Attacks.aspx Wed, 03 Feb 2010 17:35:26 GMT As technology advances, more facets of our lives are being consistently influenced by interactions in the digital realm. Everything from connecting with friends to delivering consumer messages is now best conducted all or in part on the Internet. And, as our information is being transmitted across the globe, there is no guarantee that confidentiality will be preserved. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Celebrates-International-Data-Privacy-Day.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-Celebrates-International-Data-Privacy-Day.aspx Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:25:31 GMT The cyber security industry is comprised of many different facets, each with an important role to play in the fight against online identity theft and identity fraud. Topics ranging from the latest in transaction protection software to known vulnerabilities and software patches are available across countless publications and blogs. But as important as it is, consumer protection, which is largely out of the control of any one business, receives little coverage. This is because, as a topic, consumer protection sits on the cusp between its own unique range of issues and its importance as a part of the business fraud protection cycle. Every business should keep in mind that fraud prevention truly begins with the security level of your customers’ online interactions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/How-Secure-are-Your-Customers-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/How-Secure-are-Your-Customers-.aspx Wed, 27 Jan 2010 15:01:34 GMT Prepaid Expo USA is one of the foremost exhibitions of excellence in the prepaid financial industry. Needless to say, anyone in attendance will have an abundance of valuable information to sort through once the event is over, so that they can make informed decisions about which products are best for their business to prevent identity theft and identity fraud. EVS feels that while an enriching interactive experience with the product and informative literature for later review make for a quality trade show experience, the most knowledgeable decisions are made after seeing a product demonstrated right where it will be implemented—your office. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Follow-Up-with-EVS-After-Prepaid-Expo-USA.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Follow-Up-with-EVS-After-Prepaid-Expo-USA.aspx Fri, 22 Jan 2010 15:26:53 GMT Staying up-to-date on cyber security measures can be a difficult task—hackers, scammers, and other cybercriminals find ways to exploit popular software to commit both business and consumer Internet fraud on a daily basis. Now, in the aftermath of the cyber attacks on Google and 20 other major American technology companies using the Internet Explorer (IE) exploit “0-Day,” Microsoft is urging all consumers to upgrade their operating systems and Web browsers in order to avoid being targeted. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Microsoft-Urges-Update-in-Wake-of-Google-Attacks.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Microsoft-Urges-Update-in-Wake-of-Google-Attacks.aspx Wed, 20 Jan 2010 20:38:58 GMT In times of great need, there will always be those who take advantage of the generosity of others. This week’s tragic Haitian earthquake is no exception. Genuine charitable relief funds have successfully raised millions to help those struggling to recover; while no specific scams have been named as of yet, past tragedies have shown that fraudulent “charities” will inevitably surface to exploit those looking to help, resulting in identity fraud. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FBI-Warns-of-Haitian-Relief-Scams.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FBI-Warns-of-Haitian-Relief-Scams.aspx Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:52:40 GMT Exploits and vulnerabilities in commercially available software products are addressed in a cycle of trial and error that is common to the software industry. Errors are often discovered and disclosed by independent research firms and then reported back to the original product vendor for patching. This cycle of testing and correction usually leads to the repair of exploitations used by hackers and cyber criminals to conduct identity theft, identity fraud, and illicit business online. However, according to Brian Krebs of krebsonsecurity.com, one research firm has announced that it has lost patience with the vendors it has been servicing and will release its database of undocumented software exploits to the public between now and February 1. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Commercial-Software-Vulnerabilities-to-Be-Released.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Commercial-Software-Vulnerabilities-to-Be-Released.aspx Wed, 13 Jan 2010 13:28:05 GMT One of the major components of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flags Rule is going beyond integration of a fraud prevention security measure and adequately training all applicable staff members for the system’s proper operation. Undertrained staff can often miss opportunities to detect and isolate identity theft red flags. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Demonstrations-Featured-at-Prepaid-Expo-USA.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Demonstrations-Featured-at-Prepaid-Expo-USA.aspx Fri, 08 Jan 2010 16:00:33 GMT The New Year promises to be one of many challenges for all facets of the business world. Fraud prevention and security issues are already at the forefront of 2010 planning for many businesses, especially for organizations providing banking and financial services. The focus comes with little surprise, as fraudsters and cybercriminals so often target those within the financial sector. For this reason, the importance of enhanced security, comprehensive federal compliance and fraud prevention services for these organizations cannot be emphasized enough.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-to-Attend-Prepaid-Expo-USA-2010.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/EVS-to-Attend-Prepaid-Expo-USA-2010.aspx Wed, 06 Jan 2010 15:04:23 GMT As the year draws to a close, consumers everywhere are preparing for a fresh start in 2010.  To compliment the spirit of renewal, President Obama announced Monday night that Howard Schmidt, security industry veteran and one-time cybersecurity advisor during the Bush administration, has been selected to fulfill the prestigious and much-needed role. The White House Cybersecurity Coordinator and his designated team will work within the National Security Staff and have regular contact with the President in order to swiftly address issues of national cybersecurity.  http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/President-Obama-Selects-White-House-Cybersecurity-Coordinator.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/President-Obama-Selects-White-House-Cybersecurity-Coordinator.aspx Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:49:29 GMT As 2009 comes to a close, the industry begins to look back and take inventory of the most prominent breaches, hacks, and security compromises that were endured throughout the past 12 months. With this assessment, experts can attempt to frontload preventative measures for 2010. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Authentication-Fraud-is-One-of-the-Top-Threats-of-the-New-Year.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Authentication-Fraud-is-One-of-the-Top-Threats-of-the-New-Year.aspx Wed, 23 Dec 2009 19:30:52 GMT This year has been an unfortunately busy one for the fraud prevention and identity security industry, with the rate of corporate data breaches, business fraud and identity thefts continuing to rise. In 2009, phishing attacks alone increased by as much as 600 percent according to Bank Info Security’s Linda McGlasson.    http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Looking-Ahead-to-Fraud-Prevention-in-2010.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Looking-Ahead-to-Fraud-Prevention-in-2010.aspx Fri, 18 Dec 2009 10:21:45 GMT The Adobe PDF file is a standard method of information delivery in the business world. Presentations, white papers, sales literature, promotional materials and everything in between rely on PDFs to ensure clean, professional and universally readable transmissions of information. So, this past Monday’s announcement that Adobe’s Acrobat and PDF reader software are both being exploited by malicious programming came as an important advisory to businesses worldwide. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Adobe-Reader-Weakness-Currently-Without-Patch.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Adobe-Reader-Weakness-Currently-Without-Patch.aspx Tue, 15 Dec 2009 11:29:58 GMT Keeping personal information safe in our Internet-driven culture is a constant challenge, especially since the safest route is not always the most convenient or the most cost-effective one to take.   http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Consumer-Using-AOL-Losing-OTP-Support.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Consumer-Using-AOL-Losing-OTP-Support.aspx Fri, 11 Dec 2009 14:23:12 GMT With so many businesses operating out of consumer homes or from small businesses without custom software, it’s no surprise that thousands of companies access both corporate and consumer information stored online using Mozilla Firefox. Business owners looking to avoid the threats of browser-borne malicious software (malware) often choose Firefox for corporate use because of its well-known propensity to be more secure. However, according to PCMagazine’sSecurity Watch blog, Firefox’s safe reputation is now as at risk. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-Software-Targeting-Firefox-Users.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Malicious-Software-Targeting-Firefox-Users.aspx Wed, 09 Dec 2009 09:08:00 GMT Data breaches like the one reported in Wired magazine’s Threat Level blog are the reasons that the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flags Rule will be a groundbreaking—and necessary—call for standardization and compliance of consumer and business security measures. According to the story, a class action lawsuit is now being brought against the manufacturer of a bank-card-processing system that failed to meet industry security standards for payment systems. The lack of security resulted in consumers having their personal financial data stolen by a hacker operating in Romania. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Unsecured-Credit-Card-Processor-Facing-Lawsuit.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Unsecured-Credit-Card-Processor-Facing-Lawsuit.aspx Fri, 04 Dec 2009 11:04:22 GMT The news that the number of data breaches in the United States dropped this year is bittersweet. According to Forbes Magazine, while fewer breaches have been reported during 2009, the amount of information exposed has exponentially increased since last year. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Forbes--Breaches-Decrease,-Yet-Exposed-Information-Soars.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Forbes--Breaches-Decrease,-Yet-Exposed-Information-Soars.aspx Wed, 02 Dec 2009 15:03:33 GMT November marks the one-year anniversary of one of the largest and most complex cyber crimes in history. A network of international criminals executed an attack on an American credit card processor that, in less than 12 hours, saw more than 2,100 ATM machines vandalized in 280 different cities across the globe. The thieves’ coordinated attack netted more than $9 million in stolen cash. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Four-Charged-in-Historic-Fraud-Scheme-One-Year-Later.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Four-Charged-in-Historic-Fraud-Scheme-One-Year-Later.aspx Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:09:42 GMT Throughout the course of this blog, we’ve called industry attention to many major data breaches as they have been made public. And, while these breaches have been caused by a variety of factors, including lost or stolen hardware, improper security measures, and deceptively installed monitoring programs, they have all had the common factor of an extended delay in contacting end-users about the possible risk to their personal identity information. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Legislation-Proposed-to-Speed-Up-Breach-Notifications.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Legislation-Proposed-to-Speed-Up-Breach-Notifications.aspx Wed, 25 Nov 2009 12:08:01 GMT Online financial services are both a convenient and dangerous industry. While they have undoubtedly improved the availability of personal financial tools for millions of Americans, they have also provided anonymous tools for identity thieves and fraudsters to victimize both personal and professional financial accounts. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Online-Check-Providers-Under-Fire-by-FTC.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Online-Check-Providers-Under-Fire-by-FTC.aspx Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:15:54 GMT Business has gone mobile. Laptops began the evolution of the modern workday by helping us take our digital lives on the go, letting productivity thrive even while in transit. Then came handheld computers and cellular phones that seemed to have a never-ending list of features and utilities. They would soon surpass the convenience of other mobile devices to become the widespread phenomena known as “smart phones.” Websites now all seem to have a mobile doppelganger made specifically for smart phones, and Wi-Fi hotspots are popping up everywhere businesspeople might meet for lunch or coffee. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Smart-Phones-at-Risk-for-Personal-Data-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Smart-Phones-at-Risk-for-Personal-Data-Theft.aspx Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:55:09 GMT When talking about data verification and fraud prevention, the first thing that comes to mind for many members of the business world is legitimizing online transactions.And, while these are the types of transactions that are most discussed in these conversations, they are only part of the complex process of keeping businesses running smoothly and securely. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Poor-Data-Quality-Leads-to-Millions-of-Lost-Dollars.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Poor-Data-Quality-Leads-to-Millions-of-Lost-Dollars.aspx Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:15:42 GMT With the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flags Rule compliance deadline being pushed back from November 1, 2009 to June 1, 2010, all eyes in the security industry are once again on the FTC. They’re looking for proof that the continued delay of the Red Flags Rule is being done in lieu of progression toward the promised national standard of fraud security. According to the results from a year of research, the progression is well under way. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Exam-Results-Show-Good-Progress;-Room-for-Improvement.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Exam-Results-Show-Good-Progress;-Room-for-Improvement.aspx Wed, 11 Nov 2009 10:06:19 GMT In an announcement made last week by Manhattan District Attorney Robert M. Morgenthau, the man arrested in connection with over $1 million in identity thefts from Bank of New York Mellon employees is now facing criminal charges. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Indictment-Brought-Against-Bank-of-New-York-Identity-Thief.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Indictment-Brought-Against-Bank-of-New-York-Identity-Thief.aspx Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:56:54 GMT The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flags Rule represents a monument in the history of consumer and business protection. When put into effect, the Red Flags Rule will be the first national standard of fraud prevention and a major step in the fight against identity theft. And, because of the Rule’s wide reach and demand for detail, Congress has requested that the deadline for national compliance be extended once again. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Rule-Deadline-Extended-a-Third-Time.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Rule-Deadline-Extended-a-Third-Time.aspx Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:49:34 GMT According to the Anti Phishing Working Group’s 2009 report, cyber crime has increased a staggering 600% in 2009. But according to a recent article from Bank Info Security, federal and international law enforcement agencies are successfully fighting back. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/October-Marks-End-to-Historic-Cyber-Crime-Investigation.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/October-Marks-End-to-Historic-Cyber-Crime-Investigation.aspx Fri, 30 Oct 2009 11:38:37 GMT In 2004, the data broker ChoicePoint was the target of a security breach that affected 160,000 consumers and resulted in 800 cases of identity theft. In addition to fines and consumer compensation payments, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) required ChoicePoint to implement a stronger security program to prevent the breach from happening again. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Data-Broker-Failure-Compromises-Personal-Information.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Data-Broker-Failure-Compromises-Personal-Information.aspx Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:50:14 GMT Hacker tactics extend further than most Internet users realize. Contrary to the widespread belief that most malicious programs and hoaxes can be avoided by simple means, such as installing the proper fraud prevention service software and pushing suspicious e-mails directly to the “spam” folder, many hackers actively exploit trustworthy sources to dupe victims. Now, curious tabloid followers may be at risk. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Tabloid-Pranks-Lure-Surfers-to-Unintentionally-Download-Malicious-Software.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Tabloid-Pranks-Lure-Surfers-to-Unintentionally-Download-Malicious-Software.aspx Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:51:45 GMT A “red flag” is the Federal Trade Commission’s term for suspicious activities or signs that should alert a business to possible security breaches or identity fraud . It is the basis for the Red Flags Rule , the nationwide standard of fraud prevention service that will be enforced on November 1, 2009. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flag-Alerts-Payroll-Company-of-Second-Security-Breach.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flag-Alerts-Payroll-Company-of-Second-Security-Breach.aspx Fri, 23 Oct 2009 10:14:49 GMT Identity fraud breaches happen every day. The targets vary in size from individuals to entire companies. Now, according to the Chicago Tribune, nearly every doctor in America is at risk http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Nearly-Every-Physician-in-America-is-at-Risk-for-Identity-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Nearly-Every-Physician-in-America-is-at-Risk-for-Identity-Theft.aspx Fri, 16 Oct 2009 09:55:14 GMT A phishing scam that resulted in the public posting of thousands of Hotmail passwords to a third party website has now impacted Gmail, AOL Mail and Yahoo Mail users as well. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/More-Webmail-Passwords-Leaked.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/More-Webmail-Passwords-Leaked.aspx Wed, 14 Oct 2009 07:23:26 GMT Website security takes many forms. Depending on the nature of the content available, security levels vary from simple customer identification processes to complex identity authentication procedures that dig deep into the customer’s background. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Online-Passwords--The-Forerunners-of-Website-Fraud-Prevention.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Online-Passwords--The-Forerunners-of-Website-Fraud-Prevention.aspx Fri, 09 Oct 2009 09:21:54 GMT The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flags Rule deadline is rapidly closing in, and after November 1, businesses subject to the rule may be heavily fined if compliance has not been met. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flag-Rule--Beware-of-Compliance-Products.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flag-Rule--Beware-of-Compliance-Products.aspx Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:11:33 GMT The Red Flags Rule, the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) new mandatory standard of business security for combating identity fraud, has had its deadline for compliance extended twice since its introduction. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FTC-Launches-Red-Flags-Rule-How-To-Guide.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/FTC-Launches-Red-Flags-Rule-How-To-Guide.aspx Fri, 02 Oct 2009 08:37:40 GMT Though identity theft and fraud are prevalent crimes in our society, many institutions that handle sensitive personal information are still only operating with the bare minimum of security measures. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Data-Hack-Exposes-Outdated-Security-Requirements.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Data-Hack-Exposes-Outdated-Security-Requirements.aspx Tue, 29 Sep 2009 11:45:24 GMT The battle over Internet fraud generally assumes that the industry at large is aware of the most popular hacking methods that digital criminals like to use. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Report-Pinpoints-Two-Unexpected-Hacker-Targets.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-Report-Pinpoints-Two-Unexpected-Hacker-Targets.aspx Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:14:36 GMT Not all instances of data breach are the result of sophisticated hackers and homemade viruses. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Spyware-Mishap-Raises-Institutional-Security-Concerns.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Spyware-Mishap-Raises-Institutional-Security-Concerns.aspx Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:32:41 GMT The deadline for adhering to the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flags Rule has been postponed until November 1, 2009. But, with the end of September rapidly approaching, time is already running out. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flag-Rules-Revisited.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flag-Rules-Revisited.aspx Thu, 17 Sep 2009 15:15:32 GMT Major financial provider JP Morgan Chase has been sending out notification letters to an undisclosed number of Chase consumer banking customers following the possible breach of consumer Social Security information. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Chase-Bank-Alerts-Customers-to-Identity-Breach.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Chase-Bank-Alerts-Customers-to-Identity-Breach.aspx Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:01:55 GMT When running an online business, id verification and id authentication are a must. Nowhere is this truer than in online banking. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Potential-Breach-of-Security-Emphasizes-Need-for-Accurate-Data-Provider.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Potential-Breach-of-Security-Emphasizes-Need-for-Accurate-Data-Provider.aspx Thu, 10 Sep 2009 14:13:50 GMT WKYT in Lexington, KY reported at the first of the month that a file had been reported stolen from Bluegrass Community and Technical College.  The file contained the personal identity information of over 100 students. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Kentucky-College-Students-Face-Identity-Risk.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Kentucky-College-Students-Face-Identity-Risk.aspx Wed, 09 Sep 2009 08:15:50 GMT Fox 10 TV in Pensacola, Florida released a story yesterday that is of concern to nearly 40,000 patients of the Naval Hospital in Pensacola. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/38,000-Personal-Records-Compromised-at-Naval-Hospital.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/38,000-Personal-Records-Compromised-at-Naval-Hospital.aspx Tue, 08 Sep 2009 08:38:12 GMT Identity Blogger has called our attention to a recent addendum to a bill proposed in April that addresses cybersecurity. The addendum, covered in more detail at Cnet News, would enable President Obama to shut down private-sector computer systems in the event of a “cybersecurity emergency.” In addition to alarming private business owners and operators, the bill’s vague language finds many hard pressed to show their support. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Cybersecurity-Bill-Proposes-Presidential-Control-Over-Private-Sectors.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Cybersecurity-Bill-Proposes-Presidential-Control-Over-Private-Sectors.aspx Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:32:34 GMT In a story unfortunately similar to our previous post about improperly disposed personal documents in the United Kingdom, an American security company is suspected to have made the same mistake. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Stolen-Employee-Files-Revealed-in-Florida.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Stolen-Employee-Files-Revealed-in-Florida.aspx Mon, 31 Aug 2009 13:49:02 GMT Securing confidential information is a concern for individuals and businesses worldwide. Once consumers surrender personal identifying information, they trust that it will be properly protected, kept in confidence, and responsibly disposed of when no longer needed. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Bank-Information-Discarded-in-U-K-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Bank-Information-Discarded-in-U-K-.aspx Thu, 27 Aug 2009 14:35:46 GMT As the media reports more cases of hackers being brought to justice for major security breaches, experts warn that cyber crime is only going to increase. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Id-Verification-More-Critical-Than-Ever.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Id-Verification-More-Critical-Than-Ever.aspx Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:20:15 GMT The Red Flags Rule continues to be a central topic of discussion for businesses like Electronic Verification Systems (EVS), who provide compliance and fraud security solutions. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Risk-Assessment-Questions.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Risk-Assessment-Questions.aspx Wed, 26 Aug 2009 16:54:06 GMT Experian’s QAS blog covered a Business Wire report earlier this month about a new application for Address Verification that may be put to use on a national scale. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Address-Verification-and-Digital-Mapping.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Address-Verification-and-Digital-Mapping.aspx Thu, 13 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT Red Flag, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)’s rule of universal identity fraud prevention and action, goes into effect on November 1. When the due date arrives, all creditors and financial institutions will be required to implement compliant procedures for detecting, reporting and defending against the  “red flags” of potential identity fraud. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Security-Exploits-Demonstrate-Need-for-Red-Flag-Standardization.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Security-Exploits-Demonstrate-Need-for-Red-Flag-Standardization.aspx Tue, 11 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT For a strong example of security in practice, a consumer needs to look no further than his or her nearest airport. In fact, the airport is one of the most security oriented establishments known to most consumers. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Nationwide-Id-Verification-Pending-for-Flight-Crews.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Nationwide-Id-Verification-Pending-for-Flight-Crews.aspx Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT After the postponement of the Red Flags Rule until November 1, 2009, the industry continues to talk about the future of online identity and identity verification. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/First-Arrest-Made-for-Domain-Name-Theft.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/First-Arrest-Made-for-Domain-Name-Theft.aspx Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:00:00 GMT In our last post, we discussed possible confusion among businesses because of the official description of the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Red Flags Rule. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Rule-Further-Postponed.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Red-Flags-Rule-Further-Postponed.aspx Thu, 30 Jul 2009 12:00:00 GMT Since the beginning of 2008, businesses have been preparing for the institution of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Red Flag Rule. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Is-Your-Business-Included-in-Red-Flag-.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Is-Your-Business-Included-in-Red-Flag-.aspx Mon, 27 Jul 2009 12:00:00 GMT The Social Security Number (SSN) is often considered the top id verification tool. Consumers are told at length of the importance of maintaining the secrecy of their SSN, and to be wary of providing it in full to even the most trustworthy sources. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-SSN-Research-Reinforces-Red-Flag-Compliance.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/New-SSN-Research-Reinforces-Red-Flag-Compliance.aspx Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:00:00 GMT Identity fraud is an everyday threat. This week, business giant Adobe launches its new signature verification program, which promises to bring a new level of security to PDF documents. http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Adobe-Makes-Strides-Toward-More-Secure-Signatures.aspx http://www.electronicverificationsystems.com/Resources/Blog/Adobe-Makes-Strides-Toward-More-Secure-Signatures.aspx Mon, 20 Jul 2009 12:00:00 GMT