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Social Security Numbers: Stronger Protections Needed When Contractors Have Access to SSNs

Recent data breaches highlight how identity theft

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By Barbara D. Bovbjerg (au)
Year: 2006
Pages: 36
Binding Paperback

Product Code: 1422305945

Description

Recent data breaches highlight how identity theft may occur when businesses share individuals’ personal info., including Social Security Numbers (SSNs), with contractors. Because private sector entities are more likely to share consumers’ personal info. via contractors, concerns have been raised about the protection of this info. in contractual relationships. In response, this report examined: (1) how entities within certain industries share SSNs with contractors; (2) the safeguards & notable industry standards in place to ensure the protection of SSNs when shared with contractors; & (3) how federal agencies regulate & monitor the sharing & safeguarding of SSNs between private entities & their contractors. Includes recommendations.

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