Auburn University's Identity Theft Prevention Program was developed pursuant to the Federal Trade Commission's Red Flags Rule to help detect, Prevent, and mitigate identity theft. This program was developed with oversight and approval of the Auburn University Board of Trustees with consideration of the size, complexity, nature, and scope of the University's operations and activities.
Red Flags
Red Flags are warning signs which should alert an organization that a risk of identity theft exists. The regulation supplements other legislation aimed at preventing identity theft through tightened data security (e.g. Gramm-Leach-Bliley) by addressing situations where individuals attempt to use another person's identity to fraudulently obtain resources or services.
Identify, Detect, Respond
Red Flag Rules apply to financial institutions and creditors that offer or maintain accounts that provide for multiple transactions primarily for personal, family, or household purposes. Because Auburn maintains transaction accounts for financial aid and other programs, we must establish an Identity Theft Prevention Program to identify, detect, and respond to red flags, and update the Program as necessary.
