Not a week goes by when identity theft isn t mentioned in the media or that a Congressional outcry isn t heard about this unrelenting crime. The first authoritative book on identity theft, Identity Theft Handbook is written by a career professional who has spent over 25 years investigating and preventing identity theft in both the public and private sectors. Its rich real-world content includes interviews with government and private sector thought leaders. As well, the costs of identity theft, future trends, and prevention guidance is discussed. For investigators, auditors, and managers.

Identity theft is an evil with a life of its own. It has grown from just an American problem into a worldwide epidemic that shows no signs of ending. If you want to learn about the past, present, and future of identity theft, as well as how best to protect your organization and yourself from this global plague, Identity Theft Handbook: Detection, Prevention, and Security is a must-read.

This is the first authoritative book on identity theft written by a career professional with a lifetime investigating and preventing identity theft in both the public and private sectors. Informative, comprehensive, and insightful, Identity Theft Handbook covers:

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The history and explosive growth of identity theft
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Data breaches and the assault on privacy
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Life and death consequences of medical identity theft
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Case studies of criminals ignominiously admitted to the "Identity Theft Hall of Infamy"
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Phishing, pharming, botnets, wireless, and P2P risk
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Violent side of identity theft
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The rich, the famous, and the deceased as targets
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Child ID theft
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Insights from thought leaders in identity theft investigation, research, and prevention
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Methamphetamine connection to mail theft, check washing, and identity theft
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Impact of international organized crime
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Terrorism and identity theft
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Victim rights and how to fight back
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The twenty-one prevention rules you must use to stop identity theft
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Compliance requirements for the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) Identity Theft Red Flags Rule

With rich, real-world content cut from today's headlines as well as the personal experiences of the author, this timely book provides a thorough understanding of identity theft, from its birth in credit card and student loan fraud through its current worldwide reach. Identity Theft Handbook is filled with coverage of cutting edge research, trends, the role of technology, prevention strategies, and the future growth and challenges of this crime.

Understanding the enormity of this problem is essential in fighting back. Whether you're a CEO, CFO, compliance officer, auditor, risk management professional, fraud examiner, law enforcement officer, student, or consumer, Identity Theft Handbook is your best source for understanding and protecting against identity theft.