While there are interesting differences among the various ethnicities, the survey shows identity theft is a crime with the potential to impact anyone.

Educating the entire population is key to early detection and ultimately prevention of the crime in the first place. In addition, providing support in the identity recovery phase can speed response time, protect assets and preserve an individual's integrity.

Time is a crucial factor when a consumer is a potential identity theft victim. With tools and technologies available today from companies such as Equifax, consumers gain a unique advantage over identity thieves looking to prey on their most valuable asset.

Identity theft is a serious crime that affects millions of Americans each year.

Online banking account hijacking is the fastest-growing form of identity theft we monitor. Regulators want to get in front of the problem rather than be reactive.

Online banking account hijacking is the fastest-growing form of identity theft we monitor, ... Regulators want to get in front of the problem rather than be reactive.