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Online Impersonations: No Validation Required
From:Joe Klemmer
Date: Thu, 26 Apr 2007 22:46:57 -0400

Online Impersonations: No Validation Required
By Dr. Neal Krawetz

It is said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery.
Unfortunately, online social networks provide no method for
distinguishing an impersonation from the real thing. While your online
words and actions may circulate for years, so do those of an
impersonator.

http://www.securityfocus.com/columnists/441