Identity IQ

JUNE 3, 2024

How Can Biometrics Prevent Identity Theft? Biometrics has emerged as a powerful tool in the fight against identity theft. This article delves into the various biometric authentication methods, explaining how they work and how biometrics can help prevent identity theft. How Can I Avoid Identity Theft?

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Identity IQ

JUNE 1, 2023

The Rise of AI Social Engineering Scams IdentityIQ In today’s digital age, social engineering scams have become an increasingly prevalent threat. In fact, last year, scams accounted for 80% of reported identity compromises to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC).

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 18, 2023

IdentityIQ Scam Report Reveals Shocking Stats on AI Social Engineering IdentityIQ AI social engineering scams are on the rise, according to IDIQ Chief Innovation Officer Michael Scheumack. “AI-based AI-based social engineering scams, which were at a high percentage last year, are up 100% this year for us,” Scheumack said.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

We have reached out to the WBSC for further comment but did not receive a response before publishing this article. Since passports contain a significant amount of personal information, including full names, date of birth, and a unique passport number, cyber criminals could use them to impersonate victims and steal their identities.”

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CyberSecurity Insiders

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Going deep into the details, the attack was launched from a Lithuanian IP address through a social engineering attack made on one of the Cosmote employees. Security analysts claim that often such info is reused in identity theft attacks that have risen at an enormous rate since March 2020.

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Security Through Education

MARCH 18, 2025

Unfortunately, this can put us at risk for spear phishing attacks, identity theft , and other forms of data compromise. Information may even be in news articles or blogs. Written by Faith Kent Human Risk Analyst, Social-Engineer, LLC

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Data breaches reached an all-time high, leaving a trail of identity theft cases. This has left victims scrambling to understand the extent of the damage and how to help protect themselves against the evolving threat of identity theft. Protecting yourself from the damages of data breaches and identity theft is paramount.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

This includes your personally identifiable information as well as your online behavior and any authentication factors you use to verify your identity when accessing online services. In this article, we’ll be covering the following topics: What are the Components of a Digital Identity? Why is Your Digital Identity Important?

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

A man from New York has pleaded guilty to one count of aggravated identity theft, and one count of computer intrusion causing damage. The maximum term and fine for one count of aggravated identity theft is 2 years and $250,000. What happened? As we said, big trouble and bigger fines. How did they do it?

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The selection process involves meticulous research and social engineering to help identify potential targets. Here’s a breakdown of spear phishing: Target: Specific individuals or organizations, meticulously selected through research and social engineering.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 4, 2022

There are rootkits, Trojans, worms, viruses, ransomware, phishing, identity theft, and social engineering to worry about. To read more about what may change, read our article on the potential cybersecurity impacts of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. That risk still exists, but we all face many other threats today too.

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Security Affairs

AUGUST 12, 2023

We have contacted MPD FM for comment but did not receive a reply before publishing this article. Threat actors could use employee data to devise targeted emails or launch social engineering attacks,” researchers said. The exposed files included a trove of severely sensitive information, exposing MDP FM’s employees.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 9, 2022

Sadly, there are many ways scammers and hackers can source their victims’ email addresses, including buying them from data providers or the dark web , email harvesting, social engineering, fake websites or social media. From there, you can take the necessary steps to help avoid falling victim to identity theft.

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SecureList

JUNE 3, 2021

This article analyzes the spoofing of email addresses through changing the From header, which provides information about the sender’s name and address. For added credibility, attackers can copy the design and style of a particular sender’s emails, stress the urgency of the task, and employ other social engineering techniques.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

This article will cover what phishing is, cybercriminals’ different approaches, and how to prevent yourself from becoming a victim. They send the same email to many people, knowing that at least a few will become identity theft targets. One of the most common techniques used to exploit web users is the phishing scam.

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Adam Levin

JULY 2, 2018

If you know anyone who maintains social media accounts and works in law enforcement, and they don’t use an alias, send them this article. most people), send this article to them. It is a useful strategy in the war against social engineering, which is basically trickery. Scratch that.

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Security Affairs

JULY 29, 2022

Passwords no longer meet the demands of today’s identity and access requirements. Reduce identity theft from phishing and other social engineering schemes. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed. Therefore, strong authentication methods are needed to improve security without hindering user convenience.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 29, 2021

There are rootkits, Trojans, worms, viruses, ransomware, phishing, identity theft, and social engineering to worry about. Back in the early days of personal computing, perhaps one of the only real concerns was data loss from a drive failure. That risk still exists, but we all face many other threats today too.

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Hacker's King

OCTOBER 2, 2024

In this article, we will explore how scams on Instagram or Social media are increasingly being carried out using deepfake videos. As synthetic media technologies evolve, cybercriminals are leveraging deepfakes to create highly realistic but fake videos, manipulating users and orchestrating sophisticated social engineering attacks.

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Identity IQ

MAY 16, 2023

This can be used to deceive individuals or organizations and potentially facilitate scams or social engineering attacks. Armed with this knowledge, they can engage in various forms of identity theft , such as fraudulently opening accounts in the victim’s name.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 11, 2024

These sophisticated scams exploit our inherent trust in familiar faces and voices, making them dangerous tools for fake news, celebrity endorsements, and social engineering scams. IdentityIQ offers comprehensive identity theft protection to help you protect your personal information and stay ahead of potential threats and scams.

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Identity IQ

MAY 30, 2023

In this article, we answer these questions and more, so you can understand the risks and how to help protect yourself from possible scams down the road. These breaches can happen due to vulnerabilities in the database software, or through social engineering techniques that trick employees into revealing their login credentials.

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Identity IQ

MAY 7, 2021

Account takeover, also known as ATO, is a form of identity theft in which a malicious third party gains access to or “takes over” an online account. Social Engineering: Cybercriminals are increasingly using sophisticated social engineering tools to trick people into revealing their login credentials.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 26, 2023

Stealing personal information and extorting victims for money, these scams leverage fake job postings, sites or portals, and forms, wrapped in social engineering to attract job seekers.

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 19, 2023

A particularly nasty slice of phishing, scamming, and social engineering is responsible for DoorDash drivers losing a group total of around $950k. Others were not so lucky, with one driver named in the Stamford article losing close to $5,000.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

The hidden service gained traction in 2011 and then hit the mainstream when a Gawker article about the site was published. With a mix of infiltration, social engineering, and many hours of investigative work, authorities were able to discover Ulbricht’s identity. Turn on multifactor authentication for all online accounts.

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

According to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), last year there was a 13% increase in reports of misuse for both new and existing accounts compared to the year prior. Account misuse can result in alarming repercussions, including privacy breaches, financial losses, and identity theft.

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SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

It collects information and criminal intelligence on matters such as mass marketing fraud, advance fee fraud, internet fraud, and identity theft complaints. Individuals are more susceptible to social engineering manipulation when they are pressed for urgent action. According to the Financial Post article: ".

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Security Boulevard

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Article by Beau Peters. When the pandemic struck, online bad actors took it as an opportunity to double-down on their attacks through ransomware, malware, and social engineering. Fraud and identity theft are on the rise, with online shopping hacks and COVID-related scams popular among cybercriminals. .

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Identity IQ

MAY 13, 2024

Breaches can occur due to various reasons, including cyberattacks, hacking, employee negligence, physical loss of devices, and social engineering to name a few. Risks of a Data Breach Data breaches pose numerous risks , including identity theft, financial loss, repetitional damage, legal and regulatory issues, and data manipulation.

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 27, 2022

Millions of customers of large businesses have been left vulnerable to identity theft, thanks to a security flaw that exposes their personal data to illicit download. Tunç and CyberNews researchers contacted every affected business mentioned in this article to inform them about the issue. Divergent reaction. Looming dangers.

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Security Through Education

MARCH 15, 2021

This is not the only blog or article about tax scams, and it is not the first time we’ve written about it. The linked IRS web-page has a list of common scams and articles about each one. Review the articles and keep yourself informed. Keep informed. Being aware of the threats out there can help keep you safe.

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Identity IQ

JULY 22, 2024

AI Phishing Scams An AI phishing scam is a type of social engineering fraud where criminals pose as a legitimate person or institution , such as a politician or political committee, to try to obtain sensitive information such as soliciting financial information in fraudulent donation requests or spreading false information.

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Dark Reading

DECEMBER 18, 2012

The recent article, “$850 Million Scheme Exploited Facebook: Authentication, Secure Browsing Would Have Reduced Losses,” illustrates just how important customer authentication is. Without it, or worse, relying on unvalidated resources like personal identifiable information (PII) to identify customers, puts every banking transaction at risk.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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Identity IQ

MAY 15, 2021

So it helps to understand how they do it so you can prevent account takeover and other forms of identity theft. In this guide, we’ll discuss some of the biggest password security risks you face and some things you can do to better protect your digital identity. Hackers employ different strategies to steal your passwords.

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