Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 14, 2020

Reveal the identity of the person you are believed to have been in contact with who has tested positive for Covid-19. Ask you to install a third party app to your mobile device. Linking your online accounts to your mobile number adds an extra hurdle for hackers to access your data. Send text messages asking you to click a link.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 8, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Child Identity Theft: Types, Warning Signs & Prevention Strategies IdentityIQ Child identity theft is a significant problem in the US. A recent report by Javelin Strategy & Research, sponsored by AARP , found that 915,000 children, or 1 in 80, were victims of identity theft in the past year.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 23, 2020

Many security-conscious people probably think they’d never fall for a phone-based phishing scam. But if your response to such a scam involves anything other than hanging up and calling back the entity that claims to be calling, you may be in for a rude awakening. Why Phone Numbers Stink as Identity Proof.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

In the latest report released by Avast, it was revealed that ransomware spreading hackers were constantly targeting elderly people and youngsters were being lured into Instagram or TikTok scams. And this is where cyber criminals are smartly targeting these groups with scams by adopting the current trending topics or usage trends.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

authorities arrested a 19-year-old Florida man charged with wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiring with others to use SIM-swapping to steal cryptocurrency. Prosecutors charged Urban with eight counts of wire fraud, one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, and five counts of aggravated identity theft.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

SIM Swap Scams: How SIM Swapping Works and How To Protect Yourself IdentityIQ According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, SIM swap scams are on the rise. If you’re unfamiliar with this scam, it takes advantage of people’s lack of knowledge of how SIM cards work and puts their information at risk.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

This breach has exposed residents to potential risks like identity theft and financial fraud, compounding the urgency for more robust cybersecurity measures in the public sector. Cybersecurity awareness training helps staff recognize phishing scams , social engineering attempts, and other threats.

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Security Boulevard

JANUARY 26, 2023

Summary In the midst of significant layoffs hitting the previously immune tech industry, scammers have mobilized and doubled down on targeting job seekers with various employment scams. Fig 8 - Source code showing commented-out credit card validation element The malicious domain used in this scam - zscaler-finance-analyst-strategy[.]live,

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 31, 2023

31 , 2023 – IDIQ ®, a leader in financial and identity protection, today announced it has joined the board of the Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE), a San Diego-based nonprofit dedicated to growing the regional cyber economy and creating a more secure digital community for all. Scheumack began his career serving in the U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Even McAfee’s most basic plan includes a VPN, identity monitoring, and text scam detection. McAfee Essential offers web browsing protection, VPN, and identity monitoring. For basic identity needs, McAfee Essential or Premium should be sufficient. 5 Pricing: 4.7/5 5 Core features: 3.3/5 5 Advanced features: 4.3/5

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Webroot

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Identity theft. Mobile devices: Disable location, camera, microphone, and contact list access for apps that don’t truly need them. Safeguard your identity and private information Once only seen in spy movies, identity theft today is very real, and poses serious financial, legal, and personal consequences.

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Identity IQ

MAY 17, 2022

If so, you should know that criminals can use your phone number to commit identity theft. Or they may attempt a SIM swap scam , porting your phone number to a SIM card in their possession to take over your personal accounts. You can use them to make and receive phone calls from your laptop, mobile phone and other devices.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

These days, our products don’t just protect you from malware, we protect your identity, defend you from ads, safeguard your social media, and keep your mobile safe too. Mobile Security Whether you’re on iOS or Android, our Mobile Security app just got an upgrade. Are you making the most of them?

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 27, 2024

In April 2024, the FBI warned about a new type of smishing scam. This particular smishing scam tries to trick users into clicking a link by telling them they owe a “small amount” in toll fees. Scammers will happily abuse any information that you enter for other malicious activities like identity theft and financial fraud.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Fortnite Scams: What Parents Need to Know IdentityIQ Since the summer of 2017, Fortnite Battle Royale has been one of the most popular games in the world. Unfortunately, offering financial information exposes players to scams, potentially resulting in identity theft. What is a Fortnite Scam? What is a Poison PDF?

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eSecurity Planet

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

McAfees most basic plan consists of a VPN and text scam detection features that Microsoft Defender lacks. While Microsoft Defender is free, it lacks several advanced security features available in McAfee, such as identity theft protection, full-service VPN, and comprehensive personal data cleanup. 5 Pricing: 4.7/5

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Mobile Threats: The expansion of mobile threats highlights the growing need for security awareness among mobile users, particularly as attackers develop more sophisticated methods to compromise personal and corporate data.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 10, 2024

This would suggest the compromise was the result of a SIM swapping attack, where an attacker takes control of a phone number by convincing a mobile carrier to transfer the victim’s phone number to a SIM card they own. Protect your—and your family’s—personal information by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 8, 2022

As the tax season picks up, scammers are capitalizing on tax schemes to take your money, steal your identity and rob you of your peace of mind. While you can take several important steps to avoid being scammed, such as using an identity theft protection service , the IRS is also providing a new tool for those filing digitally.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Is Mobile Banking Safe? 8 Mobile Banking Security Tips IdentityIQ Mobile banking allows you to manage your finances from anywhere with just a phone and a network connection. Only download your apps, including your mobile banking apps, from trusted online marketplaces such as the Google Play Store and the Apple App Store.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Even strong security can’t prevent an account from being hacked if account credentials are stolen in a phishing attack, one of the most common causes of identity theft. In 2020, phishing scams spiked by 510 percent between January and February alone.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Can Your Identity Be Stolen from Your Phone Number? When it comes to helping prevent identity theft , there’s a lot of personal information you should safeguard, so it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. 3 Ways Scammers Can Use Your Phone Number to Steal Your Identity . Texting Scams. IdentityIQ. SIM Swapping.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Internet users can be targeted for identity theft , financial fraud and other scams. Here are some of the most common threats that exist on the internet: Identity theft. Online scams. You also need to monitor your credit report, which is usually where signs of identity theft first appear.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Hacking into computers has been a thing for decades, but what do you know about the process of cloning mobile phones? Phone cloning is when an exact replica of a mobile phone is created. This includes copying the international mobile equipment identity (IMEI) number. How Does a Phone Cloning Scam Work?

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Here’s what to do if you fall victim to a SIM swapping attack: Contact your mobile network company immediately to help regain access to your number. Sign up for an identity theft protection plan with an identity theft monitoring service , which helps protect and secure your personal information.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Anyone is vulnerable to this scamming method. Another alternative can be to use your mobile wallet. This not only helps protect you and helps you from being scammed, but the report also allows the FTC to detect thieves and narrow down the root of the crime. . Protect Your Identity. Commission.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The risk of identity theft is a concept that most of us are probably familiar with given the rise of cybercrime and data breaches. Yet a new report by Identity Theft Resource Center and DIG. Data breaches have hit companies ranging from Facebook and Yahoo to Costco, UnitedHealth, T-Mobile, and many more.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 24, 2021

And where there are benefits, you can also be assured that there will be individual scam artists and national (if not international) cybercrime gangs attempting to get those benefits by fraudulent means. The FTC will also help you with what to do next to recover from the incident of stolen identity.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 13, 2023

However, you should worry more about identity theft since all the sensitive information stored on your phone is now in jeopardy. Contact Your Mobile Carrier If your phone is in the hands of scammers, they may attempt to accrue charges on the device or swap out the SIM card to gain access to your accounts.

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Identity Theft Accountability Passwords Banking 105

Webroot

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Think of your digital identity as a confidential file full of high-value information – passwords, credit card numbers, bank account details, social security numbers and more. According to the Identity Theft Resource Center, there were 3,205 data compromises in 2023. That’s a 20% increase over the previous year.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Fraud: Sophisticated scams, including bonus abuse and account takeovers, pose significant financial risks. The risks are also pretty obvious: Identity Theft: Personal and financial data can be compromised if a gambling site is breached. Compromised Mobile Apps : Not all apps related to online gambling are legitimate.

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Appknox

JUNE 23, 2022

The risks to the privacy of Australian customers are at an all-time high, as the nation has reported the highest percentage of mobile threats globally, standing at 26.9%. The average Australian netizen uses web-based mobile apps to browse, entertain, communicate, and shop online. Australian Mobile Cybersecurity in 2022.

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Social Engineering Mobile Scams Engineering 92

Webroot

MAY 31, 2024

These can lead to financial loss, identity theft, or installation of malware. Monitor your identity for fraud activity Identity theft happens when someone swipes your personal information to commit fraud or other crimes. Learn how to avoid a phishing scam. The Ultimate Internet Safety Guide for Kids. [2]

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Related: How Russia uses mobile apps to radicalize U.S. Phishing scams, malware, ransomware and data breaches are just some of the examples of cyberthreats that can devastate business operations and the protection of consumer information. The Creeper worm would jump from one computer to another.

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Graham Cluley

MAY 17, 2023

Personal information is going for a song, and the banks want social media sites to pay when their users get scammed. All this and much more is discussed in the latest edition of the "Smashing Security" podcast by computer security veterans Graham Cluley and Carole Theriault.

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Media Scams Banking Identity Theft 91

Security Affairs

JULY 14, 2020

Experts warn that attackers can use the PII in the data dump to carry out phishing campaigns, online and offline scams, and even identity theft. “Usually our mobile numbers and email IDs are linked to banking, mobile wallet, and other online accounts. ” conclude the experts.

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Hacking Data breaches Advertising Identity Theft 111

SecureWorld News

DECEMBER 6, 2024

Canadians are facing a surge in scams as fraudsters exploit confusion around the Canada Post strike to target individuals with phishing, smishing, and deepfake scams. These scams have ranged from fake package delivery notifications to highly convincing deepfake phone calls designed to steal personal and financial information.

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