Security Tips for Small Businesses
We’re not trying to be alarming, but if you’ve got a small business, there’s someone looking over your shoulder—and we’re not talking about the government.…
Cloud Application Hosting and Data Security
Drake Software and Right Networks are collaborating on this three-part series highlighting different software solutions available to tax professionals. In part two, we look at how cloud application hosting handles data security.…
ETAAC Report Recommends Better IRS Funding, Improving the "Taxpayer Experience"
Every year, the Electronic Tax Administration Advisory Committee (ETAAC) sends a report to Congress that includes recommendations for improving tax administration.…
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It May Be Time to Use a Password Manager
Let’s face it, passwords are becoming a problem. Following best practices for data security means creating unique passwords for all computers, networks, and online accounts.…
FTC Warns of Scams in “12 Days of Consumer Protection” Campaign
The Internal Revenue Service and its Security Summit partners routinely raise awareness about data security issues threatening the financial health of taxpayers. Unsurprisingly, they’re not the only agency trying to protect you from con artists.…
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More Forms Get Digital Signature OK from IRS
The Internal Revenue Service has followed through on its promise to add digital signature capability to more tax forms, enabling an additional six forms to use the feature.…
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Work Virtually for Real Security
More and more, tax professionals are relying on working remotely, also known as teleworking, in order to stay connected with clients and remain productive.…
IRS Announces New Security Summit Remote-Work Campaign
Many states are rolling back reopening plans, and the looming flu season could present additional complications. That’s why the Internal Revenue Service and Security Summit partners are developing a five-week data security campaign that focuses on remote work.…
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IRS Covers Phishing Scams in "Taxes-Security-Together" Campaign
The IRS is joining with its Security Summit task force to warn tax professionals about the continuing threat posed by phishing emails to their data security efforts.…
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New Scams Identified by IRS
The April filing deadline is long gone, but that doesn’t stop scammers from attempting to swindle American taxpayers out of their hard-earned money.…
