Social networkers scared of scam as identity theft hits Russian sites
Internet users looking to boost their social life have run into an unexpected danger. Cases have come to light of identities being stolen from people with accounts on popular Russian networking sites. RT’s Staci Bivens finds out how the scam has spread and what protection – if any – could be found.
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Texas Lyceum Cyber Security Discussion and Program
How safe is the internet? The Texas Lyceum and KLRN gathered a group to discuss this topic and answer questions that plague today’s internet-using community. From Facebook to identity theft to paying bills, it is all discussed and analyzed. This program will air February 25, 2010 at 8p on KLRN and will be available on the KLRN Video Player starting on February 26, 2010. Visit www.klrn.org for more information.
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Digital Security Expert Video: National Cyber Security Alliance, Michael Kaiser
While the Internet and digital age continue to evolve, consumers and businesses must do the same by educating themselves and preparing for new online threats. When it comes to cyber security there are many tactics used by cyber criminals, such as malware or identity theft, that must be feared. When you start to use the Internet, and it is as interconnected as it is now, you are actually entering into a digital ecosystem, said Executive Director, Michael Kaiser of the National Cyber Security Alliance, when he chatted with JustAskGemalto about cyber security for consumers and businesses.
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Cyber-security Take a Bite Out of Online Crime Online Safety
Cyber-security Take a Bite Out of Online Crime Online Safety Expert on How to Tell If Youve Been a Victim of Cybercrime and Where to Turn to for Help With more and more people using social media sites, cybercriminals are finding new ways to steal personal data, and cybercrime is on the rise. According to the Internet Crime Complaint Center, online fraud was up nearly 170 percent in 2008 compared to the previous year. Unfortunately, many people don’t even know theyve been targeted until their computer slows to a crawl or a strange charge shows up on their credit card sometimes weeks after the fact.
Once you’ve figured out youve been attacked, or if youre simply not sure, what can you do? There’s a lot of work to be done to fix the problem and most people have no idea where to start.
Now, there’s somewhere to turn for help. A new free online resource for consumers and businesses has been created called the Cybercrime Response Unit (CRU) kind of like a first-responder for cybercrime victims. Among other things, it assesses individual situations, provides assistance in reporting the crime to the proper authorities and helps a person secure his or her credit. In addition, the CRU will forensically scan your computer to confirm youve been victimized or if youre safe.
Did you know:
• Identity theft costs U.S. citizens an estimated $6.4 billion annually (US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) National Crime Victimization Survey)
• Since 2005, over 230 reported data privacy breaches exposed the personal information records of over 250 million people. (Privacy Rights Clearinghouse)
Talent/Guest: Paul Kurtz, Cyber and Homeland Security Expert
Paul Kurtz was a member of President Obama’s transition team on cyber-security matters and is frequently interviewed by print and broadcast outlets on the subject of cybercrime. He served in senior positions on The White House’s National Security and Homeland Security Councils under presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. He was also the founding Executive Director of the Cyber Security Industry Alliance, an advocacy group dedicated to ensuring safety on the Web. Currently, he is a partner with the consulting firm Good Harbor, where he advises clients on cyber-security and homeland security issues.
Duration : 0:1:25
Cyber-security Take a Bite Out of Online Crime Online Safety
Cyber-security Take a Bite Out of Online Crime Online Safety Expert on How to Tell If Youve Been a Victim of Cybercrime and Where to Turn to for Help With more and more people using social media sites, cybercriminals are finding new ways to steal personal data, and cybercrime is on the rise. According to the Internet Crime Complaint Center, online fraud was up nearly 170 percent in 2008 compared to the previous year. Unfortunately, many people don’t even know theyve been targeted until their computer slows to a crawl or a strange charge shows up on their credit card sometimes weeks after the fact.
Once you’ve figured out youve been attacked, or if youre simply not sure, what can you do? There’s a lot of work to be done to fix the problem and most people have no idea where to start.
Now, there’s somewhere to turn for help. A new free online resource for consumers and businesses has been created called the Cybercrime Response Unit (CRU) kind of like a first-responder for cybercrime victims. Among other things, it esses individual situations, provides istance in reporting the crime to the proper authorities and helps a person secure his or her credit. In addition, the CRU will forensically scan your computer to confirm youve been victimized or if youre safe.
Did you know:
• Identity theft costs U.S. citizens an estimated $6.4 billion annually (US Department of Justice’s (DOJ) National Crime Victimization Survey)
• Since 2005, over 230 reported data privacy breaches exposed the personal information records of over 250 million people. (Privacy Rights Clearinghouse)
Talent/Guest: Paul Kurtz, Cyber and Homeland Security Expert
Paul Kurtz was a member of President Obama’s transition team on cyber-security matters and is frequently interviewed by print and broadcast outlets on the subject of cybercrime. He served in senior positions on The White House’s National Security and Homeland Security Councils under presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush. He was also the founding Executive Director of the Cyber Security Industry Alliance, an advocacy group dedicated to ensuring safety on the Web. Currently, he is a partner with the consulting firm Good Harbor, where he advises clients on cyber-security and homeland security issues.
Duration : 0:1:17