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IRS and Security Summit Urge Stronger Defenses Against Tax Identity Theft
The IRS and Security Summit are calling on taxpayers and tax professionals to boost security against identity theft. They recommend multifactor authentication, Identity Protection PINs, and secure online accounts to safeguard sensitive tax data.
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IRS and Security Summit Urge Stronger Defenses Against Tax Identity Theft
The IRS and Security Summit urge taxpayers and tax professionals to boost defenses against identity theft. Key tools include multifactor authentication, Identity Protection PINs, and secure IRS online accounts, adding vital security layers to protect sensitive data.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentComputers and InternetLegalEducation Identity TheftTax SecurityMultifactor AuthenticationIdentity Protection PINIRSSecurity SummitTax Professionals
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IRS Promotes Expanded Online Tools for Efficient Tax Management
The IRS encourages taxpayers, businesses, and tax professionals to use its growing suite of secure online tools on IRS.gov for efficient tax management, including accessing records, checking refunds, making payments, and managing authorizations, as part of its digital-first strategy.
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IRS Expands Online Services for Taxpayers, Businesses, and Professionals
The IRS is urging individuals, businesses, and tax professionals to use its growing suite of secure online tools on IRS.gov for managing tax tasks, checking refunds, making payments, and accessing records conveniently and efficiently.
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IRS CEO Engages New York Tax Professionals on Key Tax Initiatives
IRS CEO Frank J. Bisignano met with New York tax professionals to discuss Trump Accounts, Working Families Tax Cuts, and the successful 2026 filing season, emphasizing collaboration for improved tax administration.
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IRS CEO Engages New York Tax Professionals on Administration and Filing Season Success
IRS CEO Frank J. Bisignano met with New York tax professionals to discuss tax administration, the successful 2026 filing season, and future improvements, including Trump Accounts and Working Families Tax Cuts.
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IRS and Security Summit Stress Mandatory Data Security Plans for Tax Professionals
The IRS and Security Summit urge tax professionals to implement a Written Information Security Plan (WISP) to protect client data. Federal law mandates these plans, with resources available to help firms comply and prevent identity theft.
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IRS and Security Summit Urge Tax Professionals to Implement Data Security Plans
The IRS and Security Summit partners are reminding tax professionals of the federal requirement to maintain a Written Information Security Plan (WISP). This initiative aims to protect client data from breaches and identity theft, offering resources for compliance and outlining…
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IRS and Security Summit Warn Tax Professionals of Evolving Phishing Threats
Tax professionals are urged by the IRS and Security Summit to guard against phishing and data theft. This warning, part of a five-part series, highlights evolving scams and offers six key security measures to protect sensitive client information.
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IRS and Security Summit Warn Tax Pros of Evolving Phishing Threats
The IRS and Security Summit warn tax professionals about evolving phishing scams and data theft. They urge vigilance, outline common threats like spear phishing and whaling, and recommend "Security Six" protections to safeguard client information and business systems.
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IRS and Security Summit Launch Campaign to Protect Tax Professionals from Identity Theft
The IRS and Security Summit partners have launched a five-week campaign, "Protect Your Clients; Protect Yourself," to equip tax professionals with tools against evolving identity theft threats, focusing on emerging scams and data security.
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IRS, Security Summit Launch Campaign to Protect Tax Pros from Identity Theft
The IRS and Security Summit partners launched a five-week campaign to help tax professionals combat identity theft. The initiative focuses on emerging scams, security safeguards, and data breach response, coinciding with the 2026 IRS Nationwide Tax Forums.
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IRS Resolves Transcript System Glitch, Ensures Accurate Tax Records
The IRS has fixed an issue in its Transcript Delivery System that omitted tax increases and reductions from Account and Record of Account Transcripts. Taxpayers and representatives can now access complete and accurate tax information.
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