Protecting Yourself from Two-Factor Authentication Fraud

October 8, 2024

Two-factor authentication (2FA) is a powerful anti-fraud, anti-hacking tool. But it can also be used against you – as NJCPA member Sean Stein Smith, CPA, recently found out firsthand. Hear about Sean’s story and find out steps you can take to protect yourself.

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    Sean D. Stein Smith

    Sean D. Stein Smith

    Dr. Sean Stein Smith, CPA, DBA, CMA, CGMA, CFE, is a professor at the City University of New York – Lehman College. He is a member of the NJCPA Board of Trustees, a New Jersey CPA Political Action Committee Trustee and participates on several interest groups.

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