Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

Justice Department today unsealed indictments against four Chinese officers of the People’s Liberation Army (PLA) accused of perpetrating the 2017 hack against consumer credit bureau Equifax that led to the theft of personal data on nearly 150 million Americans. The nine-count indictment names Wu Zhiyong (???)

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 16, 2024

ConnectOnCall disclosed a data breach impacting over 900,000 individuals, exposing their personal information. The company disclosed a data breach that exposed personal information and medical information of more than 900,000 individuals. Federal law enforcement was also notified. concludes the notice.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Each faces two conspiracy counts and aggravated identity theft charges. The cybercrime group Scattered Spider is suspected of hacking into hundreds of organizations over the past two years, including Twilio , LastPass , DoorDash , and Mailchimp. “We ” reads the press release published by DoJ. In January 2024, U.S.

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 24, 2023

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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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

How to Protect My Business from Identity Theft? According to recent reports, identity theft is on the rise. Javelin Strategy reported identity theft resulted in an annual loss of $56 million in a mixed result of different criminal and fraudulent activities last year. Common Types of Business Identity Thefts.

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Security Affairs

MARCH 24, 2025

The FBI warns that threat actors use malicious online document converters to steal users sensitive information and infect their systems with malware. ” Victims often realize too late that malware has infected their devices, leading to ransomware or identity theft. ” reads the alert. The FBI urges reporting to IC3.gov.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JANUARY 23, 2023

A few days ago, the servers of car dealer ‘Arnold Clark’ were breached by hackers and the information of 1000sof motorists was stolen that can lead to identity thefts and online frauds. The post Arnold Clark data breach leads to identity theft appeared first on Cybersecurity Insiders.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

for phishing scams that stole millions by hacking email accounts. in April 2024, where he pleaded guilty to wire fraud and identity theft. Then the man conducted Business Email Compromise (BEC) attacks by changing the information related to wire payments. Nigerian Kolade Ojelade gets 26 years in U.S.

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Security Boulevard

MARCH 21, 2025

Matthew Weiss, former football coach for the University of Michigan and the Baltimore Ravens, for almost 10 years accessed the social media and other online accounts of thousands of student athletes and downloaded personal information and intimate images, said prosecutors who indicted for illegal computer access and identity theft.

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SecureWorld News

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The following defendants are charged by a federal grand jury indictment with one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, one count of conspiracy, and one count of aggravated identity theft: Ahmed Hossam Eldin Elbadawy, 23, a.k.a. "AD," AD," of College Station, Texas; Noah Michael Urban, 20, a.k.a.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 24, 2023

How to Prevent Tax Identity Theft IdentityIQ Every year, tax season presents a seasonal opportunity for criminals seeking monetary gain from identity theft. Clearing up issues related to identity theft and fraudulent tax returns can be messy and significantly delay any tax refund you may be owed.

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Krebs on Security

AUGUST 26, 2020

At the height of his cybercriminal career, the hacker known as “ Hieupc ” was earning $125,000 a month running a bustling identity theft service that siphoned consumer dossiers from some of the world’s top data brokers. “Then I used the same vulnerability to hack other websites. Secret Service.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Synthetic Identity Theft: What It Is and How It Works IdentityIQ You work hard to protect your identity. You’re cautious about sharing personal information, you regularly change your passwords, and you keep an eye on your credit report. What Is Synthetic Identity Theft?

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Security Affairs

APRIL 13, 2025

The gang claimed the theft of 2 TB of data. Compromised data includes full names, contact details, ID numbers, banking information, drivers license numbers, medical records and passport details. The company engaged top cybersecurity and forensic experts, informed authorities, and is actively supporting affected stakeholders.

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SecureBlitz

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

Today, we will show you five certified benefits of identity theft protection. Interestingly, more than 65% of Americans suffer from identity theft. Of this figure, 41% had their credit card details stolen, while 16% had their emails hacked. What Is Identity Theft?

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Identity IQ

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

How Can College Students Avoid Identity Theft? With all these demands, fighting identity theft might not seem like a pressing matter. But students are prime targets for identity theft, which can cause long-term damage to their finances and credit. Why Are College Students Vulnerable to Identity Theft?

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 3, 2022

How Can Biometrics Prevent Identity Theft? Identity theft continues to be a growing crime in America. According to Javelin Strategy, nearly 15 million Americans had their identities stolen in 2021. However, with technological advancements, preventing identity theft has become possible. IdentityIQ.

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Security Affairs

OCTOBER 29, 2024

The two infostealers allowed operators to harvest usernames, passwords, contact info, and crypto-wallets from victims, the threat actors sold this data to criminals for financial theft and hacking. “Through Eurojust, authorities were able to quickly exchange information and coordinate actions to take down the infostealers.”

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Security Affairs

JANUARY 16, 2025

The law firm Wolf Haldenstein disclosed a data breach that exposed the personal information of nearly 3.5 The law firm Wolf Haldenstein disclosed a 2023 data breach that exposed the personal information of nearly 3.5 The law firm recommends individuals to monitor accounts and credit reports for identity theft or fraud.

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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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Krebs on Security

APRIL 29, 2022

Google said this week it is expanding the types of data people can ask to have removed from search results, to include personal contact information like your phone number, email address or physical address. BriansClub has long abused my name and likeness to pimp its wares on the hacking forums.

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eSecurity Planet

APRIL 2, 2025

The hack, attributed to a cybercriminal operating under the alias GHNA, occurred when the attacker accessed a system used by Samsungs German customer service. According to cybersecurity firm Hudson Rock, the hack was made possible by a set of stolen credentials compromised in 2021. Order numbers and product details (such as TV models).

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Krebs on Security

JULY 27, 2020

This story is about the victims of a particularly aggressive business ID theft ring that’s spent years targeting small businesses across the country and is now pivoting toward using that access for pandemic assistance loans and unemployment benefits. For 2020, the company estimates an overall 258 percent spike in the crime.

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Krebs on Security

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Two young men from the eastern United States have been hit with identity theft and conspiracy charges for allegedly stealing bitcoin and social media accounts by tricking employees at wireless phone companies into giving away credentials needed to remotely access and modify customer account information. Prosecutors say Jordan K.

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Security Affairs

JUNE 19, 2025

With over 16 billion login records exposed, cybercriminals now have unprecedented access to personal credentials that can be used for account takeover, identity theft, and highly targeted phishing. In the summer of 2024, CyberNews discovered the largest password compilation to date, known as RockYou2024 , on a popular hacking forum.

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Security Affairs

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

TB of sensitive data, including employee credentials, a full dump of servers with emergency services applications of the city, access from city video cameras, and other sensitive information. Now the City of Columbus determined that the ransomware attack compromised the personal and financial information of 500,000 individuals.

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Krebs on Security

APRIL 16, 2024

For nearly a dozen years, residents of South Carolina have been kept in the dark by state and federal investigators over who was responsible for hacking into the state’s revenue department in 2012 and stealing tax and bank account information for 3.6 “There is also information on corporate taxpayers.”

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Malwarebytes

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Broadly, Malwarebytes found that: 74% of people “consider US election season a risky time for personal information.” Distrust in political ads is broad—62% said they “disagree” or “strongly disagree” that the information they receive in US election-related ads is trustworthy. The reasons could be obvious.

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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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Identity IQ

MARCH 18, 2024

How Oversharing Content About Your Kids (“Sharenting”) Can Lead to Identity Theft IdentityIQ Snapping a photo of your kids and sharing it on social media may seem like a harmless act. But posting photos, videos, and other information about your child online leaves them vulnerable to identity theft.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 6, 2024

These tools, designed to enhance user experience, may have transmitted personal information to third-party vendors like Google and Meta (formerly Facebook). The company pointed out that no Social Security numbers, financial accounts, or credit/debit card information were affected. added Atrium Health.

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The Last Watchdog

JUNE 9, 2022

A pop-up message or blank screen typically appears on a computer or phone, informing you that your system has been compromised and requires repair. Once they get remote access, fraudsters hack confidential details of older adults and scam them. Then they steal your personal and financial information using that information.

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Rhode Island s health benefits system was hacked, and threat actors leaked residents’ data on the dark web. Daniel McKee stated the state had prepared for this and is informing impacted individuals. “While this data has been compromised, that does not mean it has been used for identity theft purposesyet.

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Security Affairs

APRIL 6, 2025

Musielak warned of the rising threat of mass identity theft, fraudulent credit applications, and fake account creation, which are now more scalable with generative AI. ” Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs hacking,ChatGPT-4o) Your users deserve better.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 8, 2025

The PSN breach exposed the data of millions of users, costing Sony $15 million in settlements and a year of identity theft protection for subscribers. Follow me on Twitter: @securityaffairs and Facebook and Mastodon Pierluigi Paganini ( SecurityAffairs hacking,Sony)

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Security Affairs

MARCH 2, 2024

Department of Justice (DoJ) charged Iranian national Alireza Shafie Nasab (39) for multi-year hacking campaign targeting U.S. sensitive information and critical infrastructure. Our National Security Cyber Section remains focused on disputing these cross-border hacking schemes and holding those responsible to account.”

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Security Affairs

DECEMBER 21, 2021

A Russian national was extradited to the US from Switzerland after he was charged for trading information stolen from hacked U.S. The Russian national Vladislav Klyushin (41) was extradited to the United States from Switzerland to face charges for his alleged role in a scheme whose participants traded on information stolen from U.S.

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