Identity IQ

MAY 2, 2023

What are the Benefits of a Password Manager? IdentityIQ Passwords are essential when keeping your information safe on your devices. But unfortunately, many people use weak or the same password, making it easy for hackers to crack them. Research shows that 52% of people reuse passwords for multiple accounts.

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eSecurity Planet

AUGUST 20, 2024

However, the repercussions extend beyond finance, as this data can be used for various fraudulent activities, from identity theft to medical fraud. This highlights another way people might learn about a data breach before the company involved discloses it — through identity theft protection services.

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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. How to avoid phishing Block known bad websites. Malwarebytes DNS filtering blocks malicious websites used for phishing attacks, as well as websites used to spread or control malware.

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Webroot

MAY 9, 2024

Why protecting your identity matters Imagine this: you’re building your credit score, applying for a credit card, or renting your first apartment. These milestones are crucial, but they also make you a prime target for identity theft and fraud. This is where identity and virus protection step in.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Both data privacy and data security play a critical role in helping prevent identity theft, and adopting strong practices in both areas is essential for keeping your personal information safe. IdentityIQ is committed to helping members stay secure.

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Webroot

MAY 31, 2024

4 30% of phishing emails are opened by targeted users. 4 30% of phishing emails are opened by targeted users. It can infect your device through malicious downloads, phishing emails, or compromised websites, leading to potential loss of access to your computer, data, photos, and other valuable files.

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Malwarebytes

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Some forms of two-factor authentication (2FA) can be phished just as easily as a password. 2FA that relies on a FIDO2 device can’t be phished. Enable two-factor authentication (2FA).

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

If your data ends up there, it can be sold and misused by criminals, leading to identity theft, fraud, and a long list of other potential problems. This underground marketplace is a haven for identity theft, fraud, and other shady activities.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 23, 2024

Affected people can visit a dedicated website at changecybersupport.com to get more information, or call 1-866-262-5342 to set up free credit monitoring and identity theft protection. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

This was revealed in a 2022 Consumer Impact report released by Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) on Tuesday this week. Concernedly, all such siphoned info is being used for launching phishing attacks or to siphon money from bank accounts. It might sound weird!

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 15, 2024

FNF is providing credit monitoring and identity theft services to affected customers. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Some forms of two-factor authentication (2FA) can be phished just as easily as a password.

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Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

APRIL 8, 2024

Identity thieves don't care about age – they want clean slates to exploit. One-third of Americans have experienced identity theft at some point. Identity theft cases have nearly tripled in the last decade. Solutions and Best Practices Worrying about identity theft is exhausting; taking action is empowering!

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 6, 2022

Credential stuffing is the automated injection of stolen username and password pairs in to website login forms, in order to fraudulently gain access to user accounts. Accessing more sensitive information such as credit card numbers, private messages, pictures, or documents which can ultimately lead to identity theft.

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Security Affairs

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

The malware is distributed via the Amadey loader ( [link] ), which can be spread through phishing e-mails or downloads from compromised sites. This can lead to identity theft, financial losses, and other serious consequences for the victim. 11 and executes them. Always verify the authenticity of received communications.

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SecureWorld News

MAY 2, 2024

This year's World Password Day on May 2nd should be a wake-up call for everyone to strengthen their password practices. The consequences of weak passwords are severe. They can lead to identity theft, financial fraud, private data breaches, and more as a result of accounts being compromised.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 25, 2024

Vans says there’s no evidence suggesting any actual impact on any individual consumer whose personal data were part of the affected data set, but it does warn about phishing and fraud attempts which could lead to identity theft. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Set up identity monitoring.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 8, 2024

MoneyGram recommends that its customers remain vigilant for incidents of fraud and identity theft by reviewing account statements and monitoring free credit reports. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Watch out for fake vendors.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 20, 2023

Last year, a staggering 61% of identity misuse cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were the result of a prevalent social engineering scam known as an existing account takeover (ATO). You can better protect yourself by understanding the connection between social engineering and identity theft.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 25, 2024

Affected people can visit a dedicated website at changecybersupport.com to get more information or call 1-866-262-5342 to set up free credit monitoring and identity theft protection. Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Take your time.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 15, 2024

The breach, which allegedly occurred in April 2024, has raised significant concerns about data security and identity theft risks. Use complex, unique passwords for all accounts and consider using a password manager. Stay alert for phishing attempts and other scams. According to a lawsuit filed in the U.S.

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eSecurity Planet

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The exposure of PII opens the door to targeted phishing campaigns , where attackers could pose as legitimate entities to extract further sensitive information. Identity theft is another significant risk, with the stolen data potentially being used to open fraudulent accounts or commit other forms of financial fraud.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

Password manager: Norton generates strong passwords and syncs logins across all your protected devices. McAfee Essential offers web browsing protection, VPN, and identity monitoring. For basic identity needs, McAfee Essential or Premium should be sufficient. McAfee Premium adds data cleanup features.

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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. ” Group-IB dubbed the gang by a different name — 0ktapus — which was a nod to how the criminal group phished employees for credentials.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 2, 2024

"The immediate concern is the potential exploitation of this exposed data, which could lead to various malicious activities such as identity theft, phishing attacks, and unauthorized access to user accounts," Cutler warned.

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Webroot

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Each of your passwords needs to incorporate numbers, symbols and capital letters, use at least 16 characters. Use a password manager Keeping track of complex passwords for each of your accounts can seem overwhelming, but a password manager offers a simple and safe solution. Do not use your pet’s name!

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Malwarebytes

JULY 2, 2024

However, Prudential is now saying the stolen data also impacted many customers and included: Full names Driving license numbers Non-driving license identification cards The data breach notification states that the company will be giving affected customers 24 months of identity theft and credit monitoring services through Kroll.

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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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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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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Some forms of two-factor authentication (2FA) can be phished just as easily as a password. 2FA that relies on a FIDO2 device can’t be phished. Enable two-factor authentication.

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SecureWorld News

JULY 8, 2024

The compilation includes passwords from numerous previous breaches, combined into one massive database, making it a treasure trove for cybercriminals. For individual users, the exposure of passwords means an increased risk of account takeovers, identity theft, and fraud. Ensure that new passwords are strong and unique.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 11, 2024

Whether it’s voice cloning , phishing, or deepfakes, scammers are leveraging AI to trick people on an unprecedented scale. Google verification code scams are another advanced form of phishing that scammers may use to trick victims into providing sensitive information.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

If your information is used to commit identity theft, it may show up on your credit report in the form of unauthorized credit inquiries, accounts you don’t recognize or late payments for accounts you never opened. You can also get compensated for losses related to identity theft through identity theft insurance coverage.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 10, 2022

Some antivirus solutions can help protect you against other threats like phishing attacks by warning you about suspicious emails and risky links or attachments. Added features: antivirus software is often bundled with additional security features, including parental controls, password managers and virtual private networks (VPNs).

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Some forms of two-factor authentication (2FA) can be phished just as easily as a password. 2FA that relies on a FIDO2 device can’t be phished. Set up identity monitoring.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 25, 2024

Do I Get a New Identity Protection PIN Every Year? IdentityIQ When you are a victim of a resolved case of tax-related identity theft, the IRS will issue you an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) to help protect you from future fraud. It’s important to keep your IP PIN safe to prevent tax-related identity theft.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Choose a strong password that you don’t use for anything else. Better yet, let a password manager choose one for you. Some forms of two-factor authentication (2FA) can be phished just as easily as a password. 2FA that relies on a FIDO2 device can’t be phished. Enable two-factor authentication.

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