Tax Identity Theft Awareness Week [2] is Jan. 28 to Feb. 1. This annual campaign aims to help consumers be more informed about protecting themselves from tax-related identity theft and scams. Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone steals a Social Security number and uses it to claim a tax refund or get a job. 

All are encouraged to review the following publications and security tips:

Taxes. Security. Together [3]
Preventing and Responding to Identity Theft [4]
IRS and NCCIC Caution Users:  Prepare for Heightened Phishing Risk This Tax Season [5]

Contact Mike Wilson at mikewilson@cwi.edu [6] or 208.562.3193 with questions or for more information, and stay tuned for more tips and information on cybersecurity awareness in future issues of Bert’s Alerts.