Definitions for "Security alert"
Keywords:  fraud, alert, victim, notified, errata
a special message that you can request if you have reason to believe that information on your credit report may be inaccurate due to fraud
A statement that is added to one's credit report when a credit bureau is notified that the consumer may be a victim of fraud. It remains on file for 90 days. A security alert suggests that creditors should request proof of identification before granting credit in that person's name. Once a security alert has been added, your report will no longer be available for online viewing. You may still receive your report through the mail.
An Errata Alert that pertains to system security.