SecureWorld News

SEPTEMBER 4, 2023

A few days later, I received a letter from Charter saying it had "received and processed my identity theft complaint and removed your personal information from the Spectrum mobile account that was opened without your authorization. citizens to report identity fraud, and here's what it had to say: 1. Change your passwords.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

JUNE 17, 2023

In our rapidly digitizing world, the specter of identity theft looms large, casting a shadow over the security of personal and financial information. Financial fraud, criminal identity theft, medical fraud, and many more, all come under this umbrella, proving the versatility and reach of this threat.

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Identity IQ

AUGUST 30, 2021

The breach, in many but not all cases, includes names, driver’s license numbers, Social Security numbers (SSNs), and device identification (IMEI and IMSI) numbers for subscribers, former customers and prospective customers who may have been interested in T-Mobile service at one point. Tax Identity Theft. Credit Card Fraud.

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Krebs on Security

JANUARY 30, 2024

authorities arrested a 19-year-old Florida man charged with wire fraud, aggravated identity theft, and conspiring with others to use SIM-swapping to steal cryptocurrency. Those who submitted credentials were then prompted to provide the one-time password needed for multi-factor authentication. 9, 2024, U.S. According to an Aug.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 4, 2022

Most recently, a former T-Mobile retail store owner was convicted for stealing employee credentials to illegally access internal computer systems and unlock and unblock cellphones. which was a T-Mobile store, in Los Angeles in January 2017. The former store owner used various phishing techniques to steal T-Mobile employee credentials.

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The Last Watchdog

AUGUST 19, 2021

TMobile has now issued a formal apology and offered free identity theft recovery services to nearly 48 million customers for whom the telecom giant failed to protect their sensitive personal information. According to the attackers, this was a configuration issue on an access point T-Mobile used for testing. Could be a bad actor.

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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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Malwarebytes

MARCH 19, 2024

Once an attacker has successfully hijacked their victim’s mobile number, they can use it to send and receive calls and messages (and the victim can’t). Armed with an email and password—which are easily bought online— and the 2FA code, an attacker could take over the victim’s online accounts.

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Security Affairs

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

The telecommunications giant T-Mobile disclosed a data breach after some of its customers were apparently affected by SIM swap attacks. The telecommunications provider T-Mobile has disclosed a data breach after it became aware that some of its customers were allegedly victims of SIM swap attacks.

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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

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. The last thing anyone wants is their passwords , account numbers, private images and the like winding up in the wrong hands.

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SecureWorld News

APRIL 29, 2024

million affected individuals to inform them of the data breach and provide guidance on steps they can take to protect themselves against potential fraud or identity theft. This information could potentially be used for identity theft, financial fraud, or to illegally obtain medical services and prescription drugs.

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Identity IQ

MARCH 13, 2023

However, you should worry more about identity theft since all the sensitive information stored on your phone is now in jeopardy. Lock Your Phone & Change Your Password Even if your lost phone has a unique passcode and biometric features , scammers can bypass them and access your data.

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SecureWorld News

AUGUST 2, 2022

New research from security firm CloudSEK shows that more than 3,200 mobile applications were leaking Twitter API (Application Program Interface) keys, which can be used to gain access and take over user accounts. Sending passwords with each request to the API is not an efficient and secure method.

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Identity IQ

DECEMBER 22, 2021

The risk of identity theft is a concept that most of us are probably familiar with given the rise of cybercrime and data breaches. Yet a new report by Identity Theft Resource Center and DIG. Data breaches have hit companies ranging from Facebook and Yahoo to Costco, UnitedHealth, T-Mobile, and many more.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

Hacking into computers has been a thing for decades, but what do you know about the process of cloning mobile phones? Phone cloning is when an exact replica of a mobile phone is created. This includes copying the international mobile equipment identity (IMEI) number. What is Phone Cloning? But it is possible.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 25, 2024

Do I Get a New Identity Protection PIN Every Year? IdentityIQ When you are a victim of a resolved case of tax-related identity theft, the IRS will issue you an Identity Protection PIN (IP PIN) to help protect you from future fraud. It’s important to keep your IP PIN safe to prevent tax-related identity theft.

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Malwarebytes

MARCH 5, 2024

If your card is active, sign up to receive instant notifications of potential suspicious activity by enabling Notifications in the American Express Mobile app, or signing up for email or text messaging at americanexpress.com/accountalerts. Change your password. You can make a stolen password useless to thieves by changing it.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

Most Americans are having a habit of storing their ATM pins, bank account details and, to a certain extent, debit/credit card numbers on mobiles, computers and emails. Using unique passwords, and changing them frequently, and submitting the card info only on websites mentioning ‘https’ makes sense.

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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. Turn on 2FA for online games that offer it.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Internet users can be targeted for identity theft , financial fraud and other scams. Here are some of the most common threats that exist on the internet: Identity theft. Don’t reuse the same password , or variations of the same password, across multiple accounts. What are the Dangers of the Internet?

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Identity IQ

JULY 3, 2023

According to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC), last year there was a 13% increase in reports of misuse for both new and existing accounts compared to the year prior. Account misuse can result in alarming repercussions, including privacy breaches, financial losses, and identity theft.

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SecureWorld News

OCTOBER 26, 2023

A new report from the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) reveals cyberattacks and data breaches targeted at small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) continue to climb, reaching their highest levels in the three years of the study. Implementing multi-factor authentication, stronger passwords, and access controls are vital steps.

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Google Security

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

It’s hard to believe that at a time where technologies like AI are transforming our world, a forty-year old mobile messaging standard is still so prevalent. As a mobile ecosystem, we collectively owe it to all users, across platforms, to enable them to be as safe as possible. That’s especially concerning when it comes to security.

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Identity IQ

JANUARY 20, 2023

IdentityIQ Shoulder surfing is an identity theft practice where someone tries to steal confidential information by spying over their target’s shoulder. Here are the most common scenarios when shoulder surfing may occur: You enter your username and password when logging onto a banking app or website on your laptop or smartphone.

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Identity IQ

APRIL 16, 2021

Shoulder surfing is a type of identity theft practice where someone tries to steal confidential information by spying over their target’s shoulder. Here are the most common scenarios when shoulder surfing may occur: You enter your username and password when logging onto a banking app or website on your laptop or mobile device.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Here’s what to do if you fall victim to a SIM swapping attack: Contact your mobile network company immediately to help regain access to your number. When you reclaim your number, open your accounts and change your passwords. Contact your financial institutions and request an alert for suspicious transactions.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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Identity IQ

JULY 17, 2023

In fact, last year 55% of identity crime cases reported to the Identity Theft Resource Center (ITRC) were due to compromised credentials. In this blog, we provide you with ten actionable ways to safeguard your digital identity, focusing specifically on how to prevent compromised credentials.

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Identity IQ

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

SIM is a small and removable chip card used in your mobile phone. Once your number is ported to a new SIM card, the thief will try to access your accounts – including bank accounts, social media accounts, shopping websites, and more – by resetting your password at the point of login. Set up mobile banking alerts. Phone Security.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

DECEMBER 18, 2021

Online shopping, mobile banking, even accessing your e-mails — all these can expose you to cyber threats. By learning how to use online platforms safely from the tips below, you will be able to minimize the risks of identity theft and money fraud. Use Strong Passwords & Two-Factor Authentication.

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Identity IQ

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

On top of that, when privacy gets compromised, it paves the way for identity theft. This can prevent unintended consequences such as identity theft. Family Identity Theft Protection Software Identity theft is a growing concern. Identity theft insurance underwritten by AIG.

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Identity IQ

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Can Your Identity Be Stolen from Your Phone Number? When it comes to helping prevent identity theft , there’s a lot of personal information you should safeguard, so it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands. If your mobile phone stops working and you can’t send or receive texts, don’t assume it’s a tech issue. IdentityIQ.

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IT Security Guru

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Security is crucial, but let’s face it, a password like “Fluffy123” won’t fool anyone for long. The first is something you know (your password), and the second is something you have (like your phone). With 2FA enabled, you’ll first enter your password. Now, imagine a hacker has your password.

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CyberSecurity Insiders

AUGUST 2, 2021

The US DEO Data Breach was disclosed exactly after a week when Web security firm WizCaze discovered a data breach that affected residents of over 80 US Cities through an exploit on Mobile Mapping software offering company PeopleGIS that led to the leak of over 1000GB data or over 1.6 million files from a mis-configured Amazon S3 Bucket.

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Krebs on Security

MAY 10, 2019

From there, the attackers simply start requesting password reset links via text message for a variety of accounts tied to the hijacked phone number. They face a fifteen count indictment, including charges of wire fraud, conspiracy and aggravated identity theft (a charge that carries a mandatory two-year sentence).

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CyberSecurity Insiders

MAY 9, 2022

However, there is a high probability that the current data that has leaked to hackers can lead to incidents such as identity thefts and brute force attacks- for those customers who use their mobile phone numbers as their password.

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