SSL is worthless. The Feds (and the Fed) have backdoors in most modern SSL software that allows them access to it, and I am certain that some hackers out there probably have access to it as well.
Never, ever type your Social Security number, Credit/Debit card information, or real name into any website - only use them all at the DMV and retail stores.
Another troll got out of the cage... this forum is getting better and better!