Identity IQ

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Synthetic Identity Theft: What It Is and How It Works IdentityIQ You work hard to protect your identity. But despite your diligence, there’s a form of identity theft that’s becoming increasingly prevalent and is notoriously difficult to detect — synthetic identity theft.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Significant Financial and Operational Costs: Healthcare providers, faced with potential HIPAA fines and the risk of service interruptions, may feel pressured to pay ransom demands. This stolen data is often exposed on both the clear and dark web, heightening risks of identity theft and further perpetuating cybercrime.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 9, 2024

Matthew David Keirans, a 58-year-old former hospital employee has pleaded guilty to assuming another man’s identity since 1988. He was convicted of one count of making a false statement to a National Credit Union Administration insured institution and one count of aggravated identity theft.

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Adam Levin

MAY 19, 2021

Use a VPN that you pay for: Having a VPN can make it much harder to steal your data and prevent identity theft. Keep in mind, VPNs are great for logging onto suspicious WiFi systems or transferring information between devices, but these services can’t prevent data theft on an institutional level.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2025

” Victims often realize too late that malware has infected their devices, leading to ransomware or identity theft. The FBI Denver Field Office advises staying cautious online, being aware of potential risks, and keeping antivirus software updated to scan files before opening them. The FBI urges reporting to IC3.gov.

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eSecurity Planet

DECEMBER 5, 2024

The NPD data breach puts millions at risk of identity theft. Act now to secure your identity! Billion Records Exposed in NPD Breach: How to Stay Safe The post Video: Protect Your Identity After the NPD Data Breach appeared first on eSecurity Planet. Read more: 2.9

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 21, 2024

However, there are things you can do to prevent identity theft happening in general, some even after your kids’ data has been taken in a breach like this. Set up identity monitoring : This alerts you if you or your family’s information is being traded online, and helps you recover afterwards.

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IT Security Guru

JANUARY 30, 2025

So, lets explore how spread betting platforms are rising to this challenge and ensuring that their platforms are cyber risk-free. Cyber Risks Facing Spread Betting Platforms Cyber threats are becoming more dangerous than ever, and spread betting platforms are a major target for most of these cyberattacks.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Why Child Identity Theft Grows During Tax Season IdentityIQ In the intricate web of financial transactions, tax season unveils a concerning trend — the alarming growth of child identity theft. Taking precautions and investing in protective measures can help mitigate the risk of potential identity theft.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 12, 2023

10 Tips for Traveler Identity Theft Protection IdentityIQ Travel has become an essential part of everyday life for many, offering adventure, cultural experiences, and opportunities for personal growth. Travel identity theft is a rising concern, with cybercriminals constantly devising new ways to exploit unsuspecting travelers.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 3, 2023

10 Tips for Identity Theft Protection for Military Members IdentityIQ Identity theft is an evolving threat that can have particularly severe consequences for military personnel. In this article, we cover ten tips to help prevent identity theft, specifically tailored to the needs of those serving in the armed forces.

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Krebs on Security

JULY 27, 2020

This story is about the victims of a particularly aggressive business ID theft ring that’s spent years targeting small businesses across the country and is now pivoting toward using that access for pandemic assistance loans and unemployment benefits. For 2020, the company estimates an overall 258 percent spike in the crime.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 21, 2025

Aside from the contribution towards a surveillance society, the risks of such a tool are obvious. We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Protect your social media accounts by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

The German Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) has published a report on The State of IT Security in Germany in 2023 , and the number one threat for consumers is… identity theft. Protect your—and your family’s—personal information by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

But in a response filed today (PDF), prosecutors in Seattle said Wagenius was a flight risk, partly because prior to his arrest he was searching online for how to defect to countries that do not extradite to the United States. government military which country will not hand me over” -“U.S. million customers.

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Webroot

MARCH 3, 2025

This month, take advantage of all that NCPW offers, including access to free tools and information that can help you identify and prevent online scams, fraud, and identity theft. The growing risks to your data During the third quarter of 2024, data breaches exposed more than 422 million records worldwide.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 3, 2024

But the way its solution is set up introduces an extra link in the chain in the flow of personally identifiable information (PII) from the customer to the company that deployed the chatbot, leaving an additional risk of exposure. Protect your—and your family’s—personal information by using identity protection.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 18, 2024

How Oversharing Content About Your Kids (“Sharenting”) Can Lead to Identity Theft IdentityIQ Snapping a photo of your kids and sharing it on social media may seem like a harmless act. But posting photos, videos, and other information about your child online leaves them vulnerable to identity theft. What Is Sharenting?

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Scheumack is a cybersecurity expert with more than 20 years of experience in the financial, credit, and identity theft protection industries. Scheumack is a cybersecurity expert with more than 20 years of experience in the financial, credit, and identity theft protection industries.

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eSecurity Planet

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Attackers can steal your cookies through phishing, malware, and MITM attacks, leading to data theft, financial loss, and identity theft. With stolen cookies, bad actors can commit identity theft, cause financial loss, and access your accounts. How Does Cookie Stealing Work? Let’s take a closer look at the process.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 27, 2025

Not every identity theft story is as life-altering as this. We don’t just report on threats – we help safeguard your entire digital identity Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Protect yourand your family’spersonal information by using identity protection.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 2, 2025

Identity theft and account takeover: By impersonating customers using leaked support tickets, hackers can gain unauthorized access to accounts. Physical theft (Porch piracy): Attackers could track high-value orders using leaked tracking numbers and intercept deliveries.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

The group has been observed leaking stolen data, potentially putting individuals and businesses at risk. Security is a financial risk, especially if these vendors have access to your environment or if sensitive information (like PII) is shared." The third-party vendor breached in the attack was not identified.

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Malwarebytes

DECEMBER 5, 2024

We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Protect your social media accounts by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

From identity theft to greater oversight on risk management, internal IT teams will be taking the brunt of these incoming regulations. However, from the sheer amount of regulations coming down the pipeline to the tools necessary to counter threat actors, internal IT is not the right resource for this monumental task.

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Malwarebytes

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The government is taking action to address the specific national security risks related to ByteDance Ltd.’s We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Protect your social media accounts by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection.

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The Last Watchdog

JANUARY 3, 2023

It can cost a company millions of dollars, or lead to individual identity theft and invasion of privacy. With more and more people working remotely, unsecured home or public WiFi networks represent a security risk not only to individuals but to their companies as well. Cybercriminals often target the young.

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Malwarebytes

JANUARY 3, 2025

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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. Businesses that handle customer data or interact with city networks are now faced with heightened risks.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 28, 2024

A long supply chain adds third-party risks, as each partner’s security affects your own, making identity and access management more challenging. Identity-related attack vectors are a significant concern, with a substantial percentage of cyberattacks —often cited as over 70%—involving compromised credentials or identity theft.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 7, 2025

We don’t just report on threats – we help protect your social media Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline. Protect your social media accounts by using Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection. But if the end-result is a platform with less offensive content, then thats a good thing.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

With the recovery code, the criminals not only have access to the targets Gmail but also to a lot of services, which could even result in identity theft. We don’t just report on threats – we help safeguard your entire digital identity Cybersecurity risks should never spread beyond a headline.

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The Last Watchdog

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

SpyClouds holistic identity threat protection addresses these challenges by encompassing the full spectrum of an individuals online presence. Automated remediation in <15 minutes: SpyClouds holistic identity portfolio now enables rapid, automated remediation within enterprise security ecosystems, including EDR, IdP, SOAR, and SIEM tools.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 29, 2022

In a blog post on Wednesday , Google’s Michelle Chang wrote that the company’s expanded policy now allows for the removal of additional information that may pose a risk for identity theft, such as confidential log-in credentials, email addresses and phone numbers when it appears in Search results.

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The Last Watchdog

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

This drives public awareness of the risks associated with identity theft. As a result, many people rush to protect themselves by subscribing to services that offer credit monitoring, identity theft protection, and fraud alerts. There is little doubt that high-profile breaches like this will persist.

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The Last Watchdog

APRIL 7, 2025

SpyCloud helps stop cybercrime before it happens by identifying these identity risks early, mapping them back to impacted users, devices, and applications, and sending actionable intelligence to an organizations EDR for response and remediation.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 19, 2023

By neglecting to set a password, a BMW dealer in India has jeopardized the entire network of car dealerships in the country and put its clients at risk. The BMW Kun Exclusive put its systems at risk by leaving an environment configuration file (.env) env) accessible to the public.

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