Identity IQ

MARCH 23, 2022

Why Identity Theft Protection is an Important Employee Benefit. According to Consumer Affairs, between 2019 and 2020, there was a 311% rise in identity theft victims. An employer can help keep their employees safe by providing identity theft protection. Employee Identity Theft Protection.

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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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Identity IQ

JUNE 8, 2023

The Ultimate Guide to Child Identity Theft: Types, Warning Signs & Prevention Strategies IdentityIQ Child identity theft is a significant problem in the US. A recent report by Javelin Strategy & Research, sponsored by AARP , found that 915,000 children, or 1 in 80, were victims of identity theft in the past year.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 12, 2023

Tax Identity Theft: A Comprehensive Guide IdentityIQ Tax season can sometimes be stressful even when things go according to plan, but what happens when you are the victim of tax identity theft? Here’s a comprehensive guide on tax identity theft, how it works, and what to do if you suspect it.

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Identity IQ

MAY 17, 2023

This report explores key findings based on contacts from nearly 15,000 reports to the ITRC of identity compromises, misuse, and abuse from individuals across the country. Misused social media accounts made up 72% of non-government and non-financial account abuse. The report also lists the top five states for identity scams.

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Hot for Security

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Identity theft victims have doubled during COVID-19, with a record 1.4 million reports of identity theft in 2020, according to the latest FTC report. In 2020, the FTC received 394,280 reports of government benefits fraud, compared to just 12,900 in 2019.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 24, 2023

What is Employment Identity Theft and How Can It Happen? IdentityIQ Employment identity theft is when someone uses your name and personal information to gain employment. Like other forms of fraud, employment identity theft is illegal and can have devastating financial consequences for its victims.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

How to Help Protect Against Identity Theft and Voter Fraud IdentityIQ Voter fraud threatens the safety of our personal information and the essence of fair and transparent elections. These can range from identity theft to illegal voting procedures. Tips to Help You Avoid Identity Theft and Voter Fraud 1.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Can a Driver’s License Be Used for Identity Theft? So, that means it can be the perfect tool for identity thieves. The Identity Theft Resource Center states that the driver’s licenses of more than 150 million U.S. Unfortunately, the threat of identity fraud through your driver’s license is very real.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MARCH 15, 2023

Note 2- Cyber Attacks on Australian firms have become common these days, and the government to play its part, has issued stringent measures to firms and businesses to take adequate Cybersecurity measures to protect against state-funded attacks.

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SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

Step 3: I typed "Spectrum ID Theft" into my Chrome search bar, and after visiting about a dozen different pages, I finally found the Charter Communications ID Theft Information Form, complete with instructions and a checklist, which included: Full filled-out ID theft form with police report (police report?!) The FTC is the U.S.

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Lenny Zeltser

JULY 1, 2020

The most likely way in which you’ll learn that you’ve fallen victim to the identity theft-based unemployment insurance scam is by receiving an unsolicited debit card in the mail. People in New York, where I live, use ny.gov for many interactions with the state government. What Should You Do?

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Security Affairs

JULY 7, 2023

A researcher recently discovered that a Bangladesh government website leaks the personal data of citizens. The researcher Viktor Markopoulos discovered a Bangladeshi government website that was leaking the personal information of millions of Bangladesh citizens. ” wrote Lorenzo Franceschi-Bicchierai from TechCrunch.

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Troy Hunt

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Think about it like this: in 2015, we all lost our proverbial minds at the idea of the Kazakhstan government mandating the installation of root certificates on their citizens' devices. References Sponsored by: Identity theft isn’t cheap. It's nuts. But hey, it's a good time to be in this industry!

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CyberSecurity Insiders

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Australian government has for the first time announced a cyber security skills program that will act as a $14.9 So, the government led by Scott Morrison has organized cyber awareness campaigns for small and medium scale business to help fix issues in their current cybersecurity posture.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 4, 2024

email address, phone number), date of birth, social security number, driver’s license or other government identification, financial details (e.g., “While there is no indication of any identity theft or fraud occurring as a result of this incident. medical record number).” The investigation remains ongoing.”

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 19, 2023

In today’s digital world, identity theft and fraud have become increasingly common occurrences. It is no secret that fraudsters are getting more creative, making it more challenging for businesses and individuals to protect themselves.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 31, 2023

31 , 2023 – IDIQ ®, a leader in financial and identity protection, today announced it has joined the board of the Cyber Center of Excellence (CCOE), a San Diego-based nonprofit dedicated to growing the regional cyber economy and creating a more secure digital community for all. Scheumack began his career serving in the U.S.

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Threatpost

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Cases reported to the FTC doubled last year as cybercriminals took advantage of increased filing for government relief benefits due to the pandemic.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 18, 2022

As the threat of identity theft continues to rise yearly, it’s important to watch out for signs that someone is using your Social Security number (SSN). Identity theft can be highly damaging for the victim’s finances and credit scores. Stealing Government Benefits. Look Out for Government Communications.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Data breaches reached an all-time high, leaving a trail of identity theft cases. This has left victims scrambling to understand the extent of the damage and how to help protect themselves against the evolving threat of identity theft. The attackers targeted government agencies, particularly in the United States.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

individuals at risk of identity theft. While the data comes from the peak of the pandemic (2020-2021), exposed people are still at risk of identity theft and other malicious activities. Passports, mobile numbers, and email addresses of Indian travelers who requested COVID e-pass have been leaked, 3.5M million records.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 20, 2023

It pays to guard against tax identity theft. Here’s how to help protect your identity during tax season. Or, in some cases, ask for personal information to commit identity theft. The scammer hopes to use this information to commit identity theft or steal your money.

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Identity IQ

JUNE 30, 2023

Your SSN is used to identify you with a wide variety of third-party organizations, from government agencies to businesses. Criminals who gain access to your SSN may use it to steal your identity, damage your credit, and access your financial accounts. When you request services from government agencies like the Department of Labor.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 25, 2023

Before You Begin Filing: Protect Yourself from Tax-Related Identity Theft and Scams As digital technologies evolve, we often turn to tax software and other platforms to make our lives easier when filing our taxes. A report from Fornuly found that about 33% of people in the United States have experienced some form of identity theft.

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Jane Frankland

APRIL 17, 2024

The demand for contactless engagements and remote transactions has propelled individuals, businesses, and governments to wholeheartedly adopt digital platforms. One of the primary concerns is the issue of cybersecurity, particularly online fraud and identity theft.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 27, 2022

The improper disposal of smartphones and computers is one of the most common ways for a nefarious character to access sensitive information that can lead to identity theft. Local governments are increasingly hosting e-cycling initiatives that keep electronics out of landfills and ensure that devices are purged of all user data.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

No one ever expects to be a victim of identity theft. According to AARP, one in four people is the victim of identity theft in the United States. So, what can you do to help protect yourself from this form of identity theft? Adding your identity to existing accounts as an authorized user. IdentityIQ.

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Hot for Security

MARCH 2, 2021

Spoofing technology has allowed scammers to impersonate government agencies and exploit government-issued stimulus payments easily. Coronavirus-themed emails may also include advertisements for food or food supplements that help cure or prevent infections, a trend that has been around since the beginning of the pandemic.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2024

government and defense entities. private sector and government computer systems,” said Assistant Attorney General Matthew G. The Iranian hacker faces up to 20 years in prison, plus a mandatory two-year sentence for identity theft. DoJ charged Iranian national Alireza Shafie Nasab for his role in attacks targeting U.S.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 27, 2020

Ngo was recently deported back to his home country after serving more than seven years in prison for running multiple identity theft services. One of the names of his identity theft services was findget[.]me,” He now says he wants to use his experience to convince other cybercriminals to use their skills for good.

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Security Boulevard

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Identity theft is one of the largest and most common forms of cybercrime. Child identity theft is when someone uses a child’s sensitive personal information to get services, benefits, or to commit fraud.

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Heimadal Security

OCTOBER 20, 2021

A warning comes from the FBI announcing that cybercriminals use new methods to collect financial data and personal information, making use of false websites posing as government platforms. The False Government Websites: […].

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 24, 2021

During the coronavirus pandemic, there’s been a direct correlation with the rise of online activity, data breaches and identity theft. As many Americans’ personally identifiable information goes digital, it’s becoming increasingly vulnerable to hacks and theft by cybercriminals who profit from access to online accounts.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 28, 2023

On Christmas Eve, Resecurity protecting Fortune 100 and government agencies globally, observed multiple actors on the Dark Web releasing substantial data leaks. It will inevitably result in them facing a host of adverse effects, such as account takeovers (ATO), business email compromises (BEC), identity theft, and financial fraud.

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Security Affairs

MAY 6, 2024

Notably, the vast scale of this biometric and PII data breach places most of El Salvador’s population at significant risk for identity theft and fraud. The detailed report is available here : [link] Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs – hacking, El Salvador)

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Posting any personal information – such as your date of birth, address, Social Security number, and even details about family members (like children’s names and dates of birth) – can give thieves the information they need to hack into accounts or commit identity theft or fraud. Last year alone, 1.4 Last year alone, 1.4

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