What identity thieves want most

Anything you can do to keep criminals away from your personal data helps to reduce your risk of identity theft. Here's what identity thieves covet most:

• · Your name, address, and phone
• · Your date of birth
• · Your Social Security number (SSN)
• · Your driver's license number
• · Your credit card information
• · Your bank account information
• · Your mother's maiden name

What identity thieves want most

Your Social Security number is the key to cloning your identity.

Your bank accounts

Reduce paper transactions

Mail and marketing lists

Trash and shredding of personal information

Your personal and business checks

Your wallet or purse

Credit, debit, and ATM cards

Credit reports and credit files

Shopping and application forms

Web sites and email

Computers and networks

Passwords and PINs