[Gllug] how safe is linux against identity thief

[James Laver]

On 25 Mar 2009, at 17:09, - Tethys wrote:
>
> [1] As further proof of this, I learned recently that direct debits no
>    longer need a signed mandate from me. The bank will just pay the
>    money out of my account if a suitable party asks for it, trusting
>    them to have acquired authorization from me beforehand. The mind
>    boggles...

No, but the bank IS liable if it is found they don't have your  
authorization.

I'm preparing a similar case against Natwest regarding reinstating a  
standing order without my notice.

*grumble grumble*

--James
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