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Employment identity theft: What it is and how to protect yourself
When someone steals your identity to get a job, the damage can go far beyond your credit report. It might lead to unexpected notices from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), errors in your employment ...
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What is medical identity theft, and how can you protect yourself?
We often picture stolen cards and drained bank accounts when we think about identity theft. In health care, the risks can go further. If someone uses your medical identity to get treatment, fill presc...
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Internet fraud: Definition, types, prevention, and recovery
Internet fraud keeps growing every year, and the numbers are staggering. Scammers are stealing billions of dollars from people and businesses worldwide, and there’s no sign of it slowing down. The d...
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Email address found on the dark web? Here’s what to do
Finding out your email has surfaced on the dark web can feel unsettling. On its own, it doesn’t mean your bank accounts or logins are in immediate danger, but it’s a sign that your personal data h...
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What to do if your Social Security number is on the dark web
Your Social Security number (SSN) is a unique, nine-digit code that unlocks many parts of your life: it’s how you open bank accounts, apply for credit, or file taxes. If it shows up on the dark web,...
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How to check if someone is using my identity: 7 essential steps
Identity theft is more common than ever, with millions of people falling victim each year. The fallout can be devastating: fraudsters might open bank accounts, apply for loans, take out credit cards, ...
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What can someone do with your Social Security number?
Your Social Security number (SSN) isn’t just another piece of ID: it’s basically the key that unlocks a lot of your personal life. It’s tied to your taxes, bank accounts, healthcare,...
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Encryption protocols explained: What they are and how they work
Picture sending an important letter without an envelope. Anyone along the way could read it. That’s essentially what happens when your data travels online without protection. Encryption protocols so...
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Cyber extortion: What it is, how it works, and how to protect yourself
Cyber extortion is one of the fastest-growing cyber threats, and no one is completely safe. Criminals target individuals, businesses, and even governments, leaving behind financial damage, lost produc...
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Does Facebook listen to you? Uncovering the truth about data, microphones, and tracking
You’ve probably heard the rumor: Facebook is secretly listening to your conversations through your phone’s microphone. But is that actually true? Some people swear it is, pointing to eerily accura...
