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| Issue Number: Tax Tip 2018-151Tips for tax preparers on how to create a data security plan The IRS reminds tax preparers that protecting taxpayer information isn't just good for their clients and good for business – it's also the law. The Federal Trade Commission's Safeguards Rule requires that tax preparers create and enact security plans. Although the IRS and its partners in the Security Summit are making progress against tax-related identity theft, cybercriminals continue to evolve. In fact, data thefts at tax professionals' offices are on the rise. Thieves use stolen data from tax preparers to create fraudulent returns that are harder to detect. Creating a security plan can help businesses – such as tax preparers – protect their offices against tax-related identity theft. Preparers should also remember that failing to create a plan may result in an FTC investigation. Here are some things tax preparers should know about putting together such a plan:
The IRS and its partners in the Security Summit are reminding preparers about creating a security plan as part of the Tax Security 101 awareness initiative. The goal is to provide tax professionals with the basic information they need to better protect taxpayer data and to help prevent the filing of fraudulent tax returns. More Information: Share this tip on social media -- #IRSTaxTip: Tips for tax preparers on how to create a data security plan. https://go.usa.gov/xPjqD
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