Citibank ATM Breach

Hackers broke into Citibank’s ATMs inside 7-Eleven stores earlier this year and stole customers’ PIN codes.  The hackers netted millions of dollars. The thieves were able to access the PIN numbers by attacking the back-end computers responsible for approving the cash withdrawals.  Hackers are targeting the ATM system’s infrastructure, which often uses Microsoft’s Windows operating system.  It’s unclear […]

Comcast Arbitration Opt-Out

This week I received an agreement from Comcast along with my bill.  The agreement is the size of a little booklet about 15-20 pages long.  In the middle of the agreement is a clause regarding Binding Arbitration.  Comcast is inserting a binding arbitration clause into its agreements with consumers.  Comcast gives you the ability to opt […]

National Consumer Protection Week - March 2-8

The 10th annual National Consumer Protection Week, which highlights consumer protection and eduction efforts across the country, will take place from March 2 through March 8.  This year’s theme is “Financial Literacy:  A Sound Investment”.  It is meant to encourage consumers to take steps to build a firm financial foundation.  Many federal, state and local governements […]