How to Avoid Identity Theft… You Can’t
While you can’t completely prevent identity theft, there are a few things you can do to help ensure the safety of your personal information. Here are a few tips to help you avoid some of the common pitfalls.
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Secure Online Shopping Tips for the Holiday Season
With Cyber Monday just around the corner, cyber criminals are gearing up for the holiday shopping season – and it’s important to be prepared. Here are some tips to stay secure while shopping online for family and friends for the holidays.
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How to Report Identity Theft
If you’ve become a victim of identity theft, reporting it goes well beyond simply filling out a form with the Federal Trade Commission. You should report identity theft to specific companies,
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Signs of Identity Theft
Sometimes it can be difficult to tell whether or not you’ve fallen victim to identity theft. We like to think of the following as possible signs the crime has occurred..
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Securing the Internet of Things
In The News: Securing the IoT – from Connected Cars to Hackable FridgesThere’s no slowing for the Internet of Things (IoT), as we’ve seen more and more connected devises come to market.
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Types of Identity Theft
Identity theft is unavoidable in today’s day in age, and here are many reasons why identity thieves target your personal information. From financial gain to malicious motives,
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Safe Social Networking Practices
Consumers are sharing more information online than ever before. DOMO created an infographic to show how much content consumers are sharing online. Every minute, Facebook,
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Best Practices for Password Security
The inherent problem with data security is human error. Far too often, consumers use weak passwords and reuse their passwords across multiple sites, leaving them vulnerable to identity theft and fraud in the event of a breach.
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Cyber Security Rules for Travel Season
With summer just around the corner, most of us are looking to cash in on vacation time. And, cyber criminals are looking to cash in too – on your personal assets,
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Tax Identity Theft: What to do if you are a victim?
Tis the season for tax filing! As the deadline approaches, you may find that someone else has fraudulently filed your taxes, claiming your refund check for himself.
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