Essay Archive - Is Your Information Safe?
Is Your Information Safe?
He doesn't wear a stocking mask over his face, and he doesn't break a
window to get into your house. He doesn't hold a gun to your head, nor does he
ransack your personal possessions. Just the same he's a thief. Although this
thief is one you'll not only never see, but you may not even realize right away
that he's robbed you. The thief is a computer hacker and he "enters" your home
via your computer, accessing personal information -- such as credit card numbers
-- which he could then use without your knowledge -- at least until you get that
next credit card statement. Richard Bernes, supervisor of th....
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