Wow, Bank of Ireland are completely clueless about #security.
“BOI: We’d need to speak to you about your credit card application…
Me: Sure…
BOI: First, let’s verify you…full name, date of birth…
Me: …
BOI: Mother’s maiden name?
Me: LjwOtrNGIgpJlJE
BOI: So this is the problem: We need your mother’s maiden name.
Me: I just gave it. This is a security question and I provided you with a password.
BOI: No, that won’t work, we need her name.
Me: Wow… OK… Please cancel my application.”