Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Internet users can be targeted for identity theft , financial fraud and other scams. Online scams. The internet is full of online scams including payment app scams, ticketing scams, extortion, fake charities and online marketplace schemes. You should enable MFA for all accounts.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

The fact is, older Americans are a popular target for criminals who seek to scam their victims out of their identity and money. Scams that Target Seniors. Here are some common examples of identity theft scams that can target the elderly: Medical Identity Theft. Impersonation Scams. Monitor financial accounts.

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Security Through Education

JULY 18, 2023

Using a random password generator that has a mix of letters, numbers, and symbols, is a good form of a secure password. Many password managers include random password generators and can be used to keep track of these passwords.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 30, 2024

For example, last year over 69 million players of Neopets, an online virtual pet game, had their customer data exposed — including usernames, emails, passwords, and personally identifiable information (PII) such as birth date, gender, zip code, and country of residence. But some gamers may bully, abuse, or try to scam other players.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

In this article, we’ll be covering the following topics: What are the Components of a Digital Identity? The following vectors represent some of the most common ways a criminal could gain access to your accounts and is also known as an account takeover : Social Engineering. Awareness of Phishing Scams. Credential Stuffing.

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Malwarebytes

APRIL 4, 2022

Say “no” to duplicate passwords. How many online accounts do you have? And how many different passwords do you have for all those accounts? Criminal hackers love it when you use the same password for more than one account. Twenty, thirty, one hundred? Lose what you don’t use.

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Identity IQ

MAY 15, 2021

As important as they are, however, about 52 percent of people still use the same passwords across multiple accounts and 24 percent use a variation of common passwords that are easy to hack. Hackers employ different strategies to steal your passwords. Tips for Creating Better Passwords.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 20, 2023

The objective of shoulder surfing is to steal sensitive information such as passwords, credit card numbers, or personal identification numbers (PINs) that can later be used to access the victim’s accounts. To pass the time, you decided to log into your bank account. This stranger manages to gain access to two accounts.

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Identity IQ

JULY 13, 2022

People might be trying to access your accounts. Unfortunately, the dark web is where you can find a number of criminals and cybercriminals trying to break into your accounts and get access to your money, personal information, login details for other websites, and more. What Does It Mean That My Email Is on the Dark Web?

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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. Change your passwords: Reset the passwords for all your online accounts, including email, social media, and banking websites. What is the Dark Web?

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SecureWorld News

MAY 5, 2024

In a disturbing incident, scammers used voice cloning to impersonate the CEO of LastPass , a major password management firm. Threat actors could potentially use stolen PII in tandem with voice cloning to take over accounts, commit fraud, or perpetrate targeted scams—leveraging the familiarity of a cloned voice to manipulate victims.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

This article from the National Cybersecurity Alliance was published originally here. Making a cybersecurity list, checking it twice This year, give yourself the gift of peace of mind by following our Core 4 behaviors: Protect each account with a unique, complex password that is at least 12 characters long—and use a password manager!

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 5, 2023

Multi-factor authentication (MFA) is a fundamental component of best practices for account security. It is a universal method employed for both personal and corporate user accounts globally. But that is not the full story; there are numerous other variations of MFA that I will delve into in this article.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2024

Be Mindful of Your Online Accounts Your online accounts are key access points to your digital identity. Begin by cleaning up old accounts. Close or delete outdated email addresses, social media accounts, and online services you no longer use. Consider employing a password manager to organize and track them securely.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 25, 2024

The IRS does not initiate contact through these channels to request IP PINs – these communications are most likely scams. Make sure to use unique passwords across every online account you have (a password manager can help you automatically create strong passwords and keep them secure).

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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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Identity IQ

MARCH 24, 2023

You get alerts from the IRS about suspicious account activity. For example, your existing online account has been hacked or disabled. Contact the IRS at 800-908-4490, so they can help assist you in protecting your tax account. Use Strong Passwords. Receive a tax transcript in the mail that you didn’t request from the IRS.

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Malwarebytes

AUGUST 24, 2022

In the article I’ll tell you how you can secure your Mac for your kids, and what I found useful about Apple’s safety features. Install a password manager. A password manager is software for creating and remember strong passwords. Basic security. On a Mac, they are called Screen Time.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 16, 2023

It encompasses various forms of cybercrime and online harm, including cyberstalking, tracking, hacking accounts and intimate image abuse. Defining and recognizing tech abuse Malicious online behaviors in the form of those motivated by financial gain, such as scams and fraud, have existed, and awareness around them has been raised for years.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Phishing and smishing scams impersonate a legitimate person over email or text messages to trick you into taking action , like providing sensitive information or downloading a virus. You should never use the same password, or variations of the same password, across multiple accounts. Malware and ransomware.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 2, 2023

AT&T does not adopt or endorse any of the views, positions, or information provided by the author in this article. This article will discuss the key requirements of the CPRA and provide practical tips for companies to implement the necessary changes to ensure compliance. What is the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA)?

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Malwarebytes

JUNE 3, 2022

By focusing on this context, we hope that you’ll come away with a stronger understanding about, for instance, why you should use a password manager rather than that you should use a password manager. In the world of online scams, criminals care about one thing: Your money. Don’t ruin your device.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 21, 2021

From poor password management to not enabling 2FA or actively threat hunting , users must be vigilant when protecting their digital assets. Also Read: Best Password Management Software & Tools for 2021. NFT-based Scams. Transferred the owner’s NFTs to another account. Fraudulent Posts .

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Identity IQ

MAY 9, 2023

Active-duty service members are three times as likely to report misuse of a debit card or other electronic methods to withdraw money from their accounts. Active-duty service members are 76% more likely than civilians to report misuse of an existing account, like a bank account or credit card.

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