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Comprehensive Guide To Identity Theft With Case Studies : Part 2 4 Credits

Feb 23, 2024, 02:00 PM ET

Comprehensive Guide To Identity Theft With Case Studies : Part 2 4 Credits

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Feb 23, 2024, 02:00 PM ET

Learning Objective

  • To analyze the techniques criminals, use to disguise their voices over the phone.
  • To identify the risks associated with smishing and spoofing.
  • To discuss the dangers of piggy-backing and pharming.
  • To recognize the impact of data breaches and ransomware attacks.
  • To implement personal security measures to prevent identity theft.

Course Overview

This webinar is Part 2 of the Comprehensive Guide to Identity Theft.

Identity theft is an ever-present threat, and understanding its various forms and tactics is essential for safeguarding personal information.

In this course, we delve deeper into the world of identity theft with real case studies and explore methods used by criminals to disguise their voices over the phone. Discover the dangers of smishing, spoofing, shoulder surfing, and much more. Strengthen your knowledge and defenses against this ever-evolving threat.

Through various case studies, Dr. Robert Minniti will expertly guide you through these critical concepts, enabling you to understand the techniques used by cybercriminals and apply proactive measures to protect your identity and personal information.

Key topics covered in this course:

  • Voice Disguising Techniques
  • Smishing: The Text Message Threat
  • Spoofing: Unmasking Fraudulent Emails
  • Piggy-Backing: How Criminals Intercept Calls
  • Pharming: Hijacking Web Browsers
  • Social Media Data Mining: Uncovering Vulnerabilities
  • Obituary Surfing: Exploiting the Deceased
  • Free Public Wi-Fi Risks: Safeguarding Your Devices
  • Ransomware: The Cryptic Extortion
  • Data Breaches: Understanding the Implications
  • Preventing Identity Theft: Individual Safeguards

Join this CPE Fraud Webinar to gain valuable insights and practical strategies for safeguarding your identity and personal information. Protect yourself from potential threats and stay one step ahead of cybercriminals!

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Course Level

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Pre-requisites

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About Instructor

Dr. Robert Minniti - Expert Speaker on Accounting and Fraud
Dr. Robert Minniti , CPA (US)

President, Minniti CPA LLC

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Dr. Minniti is the President and Owner of Minniti CPA, LLC. Dr. Minniti is a Certified Public Accountant, Certified Forensic Accountant, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Valuation Analyst, Certified in Financial Forensics, Master Analyst in Financial Forensics, Chartered Global Management Accountant, and is a licensed private investigator in the state of Arizona. Dr. Minniti received his doctoral degree in business administration from Walden University, received his MBA degree and Graduate Certificate in Accounting from DeVry University’s Keller Graduate School of Management, and received his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree from the University of Phoenix. Dr. Minniti taught graduate and undergraduate courses in forensic accounting at DeVry University, Grand Canyon University, Kaplan University, Northwestern University, and the University of Phoenix.

He designed graduate and undergraduate courses for Grand Canyon University, Northwestern University, and Anthem College. He is a writer and public speaker. He has experience in forensic accounting, fraud examinations, financial audits, internal audits, compliance audits, real estate valuations, business valuations, internal control development, business continuation planning, risk management, financial forecasting, and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance work. Dr. Minniti is an instructor teaching continuing professional education classes for the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, Compliance Online, CPE Link/CCH . AccountingEd, Global Compliance Panel, Clear Law Institute, CPE Solutions, Canopy CPE, The Institute of Management Accountants, the National Association of Valuators and Analysts, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners, the Institute of Internal Auditors, and various state CPA Societies.

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Alexander Matolyak, CPA (US)

Very interesting course about identity theft. I've taken other courses on this over the years but still learned a lot from this course. Also, the MyCPE platform is very convenient.

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Michael Magee, CPA (US)

Loving listening to Dr. Minniti. The courses are always interesting, informative and full of examples. This course was a little scary but definitely needed for all professionals.

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