Identity Theft: Risks, Prevalence, And Prevention

Categories of Identity TheftIdentity theft is a rising issue, particularly with the evolution of technology that involves any theft of one’s personal information like a name or date of birth. (ASIC, 2018) When a fraudster is in possession of another’s identity, they can use this information for a variety of purposes such as opening bank accounts or applying for a passport. The severity of identity crime is both financially and em…