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Identity Theft

identity theft vocab

TermDefinition
Spyware software that enables a user to obtain covert information about another's computer
Dumpster Diving search through dumpsters or similar trash receptacles for edible food or items of value
Firewall a part of a computer system or network which is designed to block unauthorized access
Forgery producing a copy of a document, signature, banknote, or work of art
Fraud criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain
Identity Theft the fraudulent acquisition and use of a person's private identifying information
Peer to Peer the direct sharing of resources and information between devices
Phishing the fraudulent practice of sending emails or other messages purporting to be from reputable companies in order to induce individuals to reveal personal information
Shoulder Surfing refers to observing someone's actions, such as entering a PIN or typing data
Snail Mail mail that was carried by the traditional postal delivery service
Scams a dishonest scheme
Anti Virus Software a security program designed to prevent, detect, and remove viruses and other types of malware from computers
Better Business Bureau a private, non-profit organization that promotes trust and transparency in the marketplace
Federal Trade Commission is an independent US government agency established in 1914 to enforce antitrust laws
Equifax collects and aggregates information on over 800 million individual consumers
TransUnion that collects and maintains consumer credit reports and generates credit scores
Experian is a multinational data broker and consumer credit reporting company that collects and aggregates information on individuals and businesses
Internal Revenue Service administers and enforces U.S. federal tax laws
Solicitation the act of asking for or trying to obtain something from someone
Spam unsolicited and often irrelevant or inappropriate messages sent to a large number of users
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