link to a fake website and asking you to follow that link and confirm your account details. The fraudsters then use your account details to buy stuff or transfer money out of the account. These fake sites can be hard to spot, so no reputable organization will send a message requesting your confidential information. October 28, 2012 Hey, I know who you are and where you work! It says so right there on your badge Security badges are meant to prove identity and display access privileges at work. They should never be worn outside of the office in public when going to lunch, taking a break, or even walking outside. Exposing your badge in public permits identity thieves to see your name, office, and possibly your level of security clearance. Whats worse is that now the public knows what your badge looks like, thereby increasing the chances of successful forgery. Always remove and put away your badge when leaving work, even if just for a break. October 27, 2012 Don't use unauthorized software It may be tempting to use useful-looking software that you can get free on the Internet, but these tools may carry a hidden cost. Installing them may often cause other programs to stop working and it can take a long time for your IT teams to track down the problem. More seriously, they can display unwanted ads, slow your PC down or make it less secure by letting the PC download more ads from the Internet. Most