Kokua Line: How do I stop bogus credit applications?

Question: In recent months I have received letters via U.S. mail rejecting applications for department store credit cards — applications that I had not submitted. The latest rejection is from Kohl’s, which said it rejected the application because it was “unable to verify fraud information,” and cited an Experian report. Do you have any advice on what I can do to put a stop to these bogus applications?