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Identity Theft Protection Policy

Tech Republic Security

Help protect your employees and customers from identity theft. This policy from TechRepublic Premium outlines precautions for reducing risk, signs to watch out for and steps to take if you suspect identity theft has occurred.

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Is Identity Theft Protection Worth It?

Identity IQ

Is Identity Theft Protection Worth It? IdentityIQ Your identity is your most valuable asset – and thieves want it. As identity theft cases rise, the question on many minds is, “Is identity theft protection worth the investment?” What Do Identity Theft Protection Companies Do?

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35-year long identity theft leads to imprisonment for victim

Malwarebytes

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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Announcing NEW Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection

Malwarebytes

More specifically, we found that 81% worry that identity theft and fraud could happen to them, and 71% say that having their data leaked and identity stolen is one of their biggest fears. So today, I’m excited to announce we’re extending our product offering to introduce Malwarebytes Identity Theft Protection.

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5 Key Findings From the 2023 FBI Internet Crime Report

The true figure is likely to be even higher, though, as many identity theft and phishing attacks go unreported. The losses companies suffered in 2023 ransomware attacks increased by 74% compared to those of the previous year, according to new data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

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Improper use of password managers leaves people vulnerable to identity theft

Tech Republic Security

A password manager can be a useful and effective tool for creating, controlling and applying complex and secure passwords, but if you don’t use it the right way, you can open yourself up to account compromise and even identity theft.

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Identity Theft in 2023: A Year of Record-Breaking Scams

Identity IQ

Identity Theft in 2023: A Year of Record-Breaking Scams IdentityIQ Throughout the past year, IDIQ®, a leading financial intelligence company, tracked the trends in identity theft and related scams through reports from its IdentityIQ brand. How to Help Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft The threats continue to evolve.