Schneier on Security

MAY 6, 2019

Don't reuse passwords for anything important -- ­and get a password manager to remember them all. Watch your credit reports and your bank accounts for suspicious activity. Set up credit freezes with the major credit bureaus.

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

How Are Elderly Americans Vulnerable to Identity Theft? Elderly Americans are facing a drastic increase in cybercrime, identity theft and financial abuse. billion in cybercrime losses to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) – a 74% increase from the previous year. Estate Identity Theft.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 10, 2021

The top cybersecurity concerns for consumers regarding their personal information are identity theft and stolen credit or debit card information, according to a recent survey conducted by core technology provider CSI. And 40% admitted they don’t know how to protect themselves from cybercrime. Use a Password Manager.

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Malwarebytes

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Released today, the Malwarebytes State of Malware 2024 report takes a deep dive into the latest developments in the world of cybercrime. Sadly, there’s not a lot you can do to prevent incidents like these yourself, other than stay on top of the news and protect yourself against identity theft.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 19, 2023

The global cost of cybercrime reached an astounding $8.44 Secure websites protect your data when shopping, banking, or connecting online. 6: Use a Password Manager Remembering a different, strong password for every account can be a hassle. This is where password managers come in. trillion last year.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 20, 2021

And perhaps one thing that is way down on their to-do list is to consider how vulnerable their identity is to cybercriminals. Truth be told: cybercrimes against students continue to rise, especially against those who report to university campuses and use university resources. Improve Your Password Security. It goes deeper.

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McAfee

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

According to research from the FBI and FTC, cybercrimes against older adults cost more than $650 million in losses each year. With Grandparent’s Day right around the corner, here’s a guide on how you can help keep your grandparents safe from the most common cybercrimes on the internet. password manager ?to WebAdvisor,?a

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