The Latest Breaking News from Identity Theft

This nifty ID protection stamp revolutionized how easily, quickly and safely I can recycle my sensitive paperwork – and doesn’t make my hands ache

It was such a long and tedious task before I found this stamp roller

Homes & Gardens · Nov 14, 2024

1.5 million Americans hit in massive debt relief service data breach — names, addresses, SSNs and more exposed

The debt relief service Set Forth which also works with Centrex has reported that it suffered a data breach after unauthorized attackers gained access to sensitive documents stored on its systems.

Tom’s Guide · Nov 11, 2024

NordVPN just got a huge new update

NordVPN have launched NordProtect, its new identity theft protection service.

Tom’s Guide · Nov 11, 2024

800,000 people just had their full names, SSNs and more exposed in massive insurance admin company data breach

The insurance administrative services company Landmark Admin fell victim to a cyberattack that allowed hackers to gain access to loads of sensitive personal information.

Tom’s Guide · Oct 25, 2024

35 Strangers Get $19K Spending Limit Each When Fraudulently Added To A US Woman's Credit Card

A California woman, Jodi Hayes, discovered that 35 strangers were fraudulently added as authorised users to her credit card, each given a $19,000 spending limit, highlighting the growing threat of identity theft and credit card fraud.

International Business Times UK · Oct 23, 2024

The SEC’s X account got hacked by a 25-year-old who went by ‘AGiantSchnauzer’ and got paid in Bitcoin, feds say

Eric Council Jr. was charged with conspiracy to commit aggravated identity theft and access device fraud.

Fortune · Oct 17, 2024

Lauren Boebert’s son pleads guilty to attempted identity theft, avoiding potential jail time

Tyler Boebert, 19, appeared at Garfield County Court on Thursday to enter the plea, after being arrested in February of this year

The Independent UK · Oct 11, 2024

2.9 Billion Records, Including Millions of Social Security Numbers Leaked as Background Checker Suffers Massive Data Breach

National Public Data recently confirmed that it suffered a data breach involving Social Security numbers, names, email addresses, and phone numbers of millions of Americans.

International Business Times UK · Sep 30, 2024

What is Nord's Identity Theft Insurance?

Nord's identity theft insurance offers financial help to victims of a cyberattack. What is it, how does it work, and how can you get it?

Tom’s Guide · Sep 20, 2024

Securing your smartphone: Vital steps to protect your digital assets

Learn essential steps to protect your smartphone and secure your digital assets against growing cyber threats.

TechRadar · Sep 17, 2024