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“I trust online banking. You know why? Because if somebody hacks into my account and defrauds my credit card company, or my online bank account, guess who takes the loss? The bank, not me.” quote by Kevin Mitnick
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“I trust online banking. You know why? Because if somebody hacks into my account and defrauds my credit card company, or my online bank account, guess who takes the loss? The bank, not me.”

Kevin Mitnick

About This Quote

Source Interview: Security Talk, 2015

Banks absorb financial loss from fraud, protecting consumers.

In simple terms: Banks take the loss, not you.

Key Takeaway

Rely on institutions for protection.

Themes

trust security financial risk

Mood

skeptical informed

Type

advice cautionary

When to use this quote

  • online banking
  • credit card use
  • fraud prevention
  • insurance policies

Key Concepts

banking cybersecurity consumer protection

Questions to Reflect On

  • Do you truly trust banks?
  • How can you verify their protection?
A Different Perspective

Banks may shift risk to customers later.

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