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Old 15-06-2015, 16:14   #10
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Re: Am I paranoid? VM Cold Calling Identity Verification

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Originally Posted by qasdfdsaq View Post
I don't think you're paranoid but this is how a lot of legitimate business work as well. The whole reason they don't ask for your whole password is to prevent identity theft. That's specifically taught as good practice among security conscious companies such as banks.
In the past, with my bank and with Virgin I've had them quote me two letters from my password (chosen by me) initially, then I'll quote them the two they request. A mutual security check, works well I find.
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