Secretary of State (SOS) business records are becoming a prime target for sophisticated fraudsters to exploit. Rather than fabricating entirely new identities, fraudsters now manipulate legitimate SOS filings reactivating long-dormant businesses or altering corporate officer information to fake legitimacy.
This session explores how to detect these subtle filing changes that often bypass standard verification processes, using specific indicators in registration history to identify potentially compromised business records.
Key takeaways:
- Common warning signs in SOS filing history that suggest potential manipulation
- Techniques for distinguishing legitimate business changes from fraudulent ones
- Verification strategies that identify SOS record tampering without creating unnecessary friction at onboarding
About the series
BEV Break by Middesk is a digital event series designed to break down the toughest topics in Business and Entity Verification in the financial services space.
In the 30 minutes it takes you to drink your favorite beverage, we'll arm you with information you need to navigate the complexities of compliance, mitigate fraud risks, and enhance your business and entity program for a more secure financial future.
