Wife blows spy’s cover on Facebook

You’d think some people would know better when it comes to keeping sensitive information off the Web. Read more

Spammers harvesting e-mail addresses on Twitter

Many companies use Twitter to recruit employees or market products. But if you’re using the site, here’s a tip that could save you a lot of headaches: Read more

Third of IT workers snoop confidential info

One of an IT department’s biggest nightmares: staffers using their access privileges for illegal or unethical purposes. That kind of behavior may be more widespread than you think. Read more

Verifying SSNs: New system may not be worth the trouble

The Social Security Administration has unveiled a new method for verifying hires’ social security numbers. Will it make HR’s life any easier? Read more

New legal pitfall when exempt employees e-mail

Mandatory furloughs have become a common way for companies to avoid layoffs. But here’s one thing those companies need to look out for: Read more

Not so fast: IRS backtracks on cell-phone tax

June 22, 2009 by · 2 Comments
Filed under: Communication, Security and law, Special Report 

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Last week, the IRS announced a proposal to start collecting taxes on employees’ personal use of work-issued cell phones. A few days later, the agency had a change of heart. Read more

E-Verify rule delayed yet again

Ready for the feds’ E-Verify mandate that’s supposed to take effect at the end of this month? If not, don’t worry about it. Read more

Execs committing electronic theft, too

Job losses have ignited a new security threat — theft by departing employees. And who’s doing it may surprise you. Read more

Did cameras violate employees’ privacy?

When trying to catch an employee breaking the rules, is it possible to infringe on the privacy of other employees? Read more

How easy is your password to crack?

Is your carefully chosen password as secure as you think it is? Read more

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