Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

FTC Recognizes Identity Theft Awareness Week. The Federal Trade Commission is commemorating Identity Theft Awareness Week with a series of free events focused on raising awareness and educating consumers about the growing risk of identity theft. So what is identity theft and, how can you protect yourself?

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

In this type of scam, fraudsters send deceptive emails or text messages claiming to be legitimate shipping notifications from reputable carriers or retailers such as FedEx, UPS, and the U.S. What Is a Phishing Scam? Fake shipping delivery scams fall under the broader category of phishing scams. Postal Service.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 31, 2023

How to Identify and Avoid Holiday Phishing Scams IdentityIQ The holiday season brings joy, celebrations, and… a surge in online scams. Holiday phishing scams are an ongoing issue that ramps up when folks are feeling the most festive. What Is a Phishing Scam? How Does Phishing Work? What Are the Types of Phishing Attacks?

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Adam Levin

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Mobile payment platforms, like Apple Pay and Google Pay, use advanced technology, like fingerprint authentication and tokenization (in which credit card account numbers are replaced by randomly generated numbers) to provide brick-and-mortar shoppers with an added layer of security. Shop at reputable and recognizable retailers.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Be wary of these common online shopping scams: Fake websites and online stores: Scammers often create fake websites that mimic legitimate retailers, hoping to trick unsuspecting shoppers into entering their personal and payment information. Common phishing red flags to look for include typos or low-resolution images.

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SecureList

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Short-lived phishing sites often offered to see the premieres before the eagerly awaited movie or television show was scheduled to hit the screen. At the beginning of that year, we still observed phishing attacks that used the themes of infection and prevention as the bait.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

Merry and bright Keeping an eye on your bank statements Your first line of defense against identity theft and fraud is to pay close attention to your financial records, like bank statements and credit card transactions. Use multi-factor authentication ( MFA ) for any account that allows it.

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