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Friday, April 27, 2012 - 6:18 AM
Security Expert Reviews A New Insidious ATM Skimmer
Security expert Brian Krebs posted photos and info about a well-disguised ATM skimmer that can give the ID thief both your ATM card number and your PIN. He offers this piece of advice when you use ATMs:
A simple precaution defeats shoulder surfing and many other types of video-based PIN stealing mechanisms: Cover the PIN pad with your hand or another object when you enter your PIN.
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