Quote Originally Posted by ForeverAutumn
I don't understand this suggestion. What do I need the password for? BTY, it's illegal in Canada for anyone to use your Social Insurance Number as a password or means to identify you (other than the Gov't of course).
I don't know anything about Canada law. In the US, a lot of banks use the last 4 digits of your Social Security # as a default "password" when calling in for info etc. I'm suggesting you ask your bank to REQUIRE a password on your account when calls are made to the bank referencing YOUR account.

Think about it. Someone lifted your card #. They have your 1. Bank Name. 2. Your Name. 3. Your card #.

4. Its not too difficult too look a name up on google, phone book, whatever. Now they have your basic info. Call the bank, report card stolen, and request new card. While on phone also "change" your address. After all, who is on the other end anyway? With a simple password lock on your account, you can help prevent this practice called "pretexting". Look it up on google if you are still unsure.


Trust me, it happens ALL the time.