WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--With the holiday shopping season in full swing, GEICO offers tips to help consumers safeguard their personal information. Know what's in store for you – From department stores to big box retailers to online sites, anyone in business is at risk of a database security breach. Every time you use your credit or debit card, you leave behind a trail of valuable information that is susceptible to identity thieves. Protect your identity by using alternative forms of payment