Not too long ago I blogged about an investigative report that aired on my local ABC station WPLG
The reporter demonstrated how easily thieves can hack, skim and steal our personal information when RFID tags (radio frequency identification) are contained in our credit cards, passports, drivers’ licenses, corporate ids, university ids, access cards and speed passes.
By using "skimmers" or RFID "readers" (easily available for purchase on the web ) thieves can gain access to you -and your wallet, without your knowledge. Once an RFID reader is in the hands of thieves, your information is vulnerable and at risk in shopping malls, airports, restaurants, movie theaters, grocery stores, or simply walking down a busy street.
The holidays are among us and so too are thieves. Crime and fraud rates rise dramatically at a time many of us are too busy to give it a thought. It's worth reposting this video along with additional information that may be useful during this hectic, yet risky, time of year. See
What can you do to prevent your information from being skimmed?
There are inexpensive RFID blocking wallets that when used will ensure that any cards carrying RFID tags can NOT be read while the wallet is closed. The wallet acts as a protective shield. This gives you the ability to control when, how and by whom your cards are accessed.
Looking for a gift idea? Socking stuffer? Consider an RFID blocking wallet.
An RFID blocking wallet looks the same as any wallet, comes in various colors -but provides the valuable safety feature others on the market do not. See DIFRWEAR.com for additional information.
