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NordVPN just got a huge new update

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

Tom’s Guide

6 mistakes you're making at home that are making you a prime target for identity theft – and what to do instead

Keeping safe doesn't stop at a good lock, these experts warn

Homes & Gardens

ExpressVPN now protects you against identity theft – and you can get it for free

The Identity Defender suite is now available only for new users in the US and it's included with new ExpressVPN's two-year plan alongside its reliable VPN.

TechRadar

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Delivery of a costly camera put identity theft in sharp focus

An account had been opened in my name to buy it with 20 neighbours also targeted

The Guardian - UK

Man's Lookalike Brother Fools SoFi's Online ID Verification For $52K Loan He Lost To Crypto Scam

A man's lookalike brother exploited SoFi's ID verification system to fraudulently secure a $52K loan in his name, only to lose the entire amount in a cryptocurrency scam.

International Business Times UK

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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

Mom Goes To Jail After Racking Up $30K Credit Card Debt In Daughter's Name And Tanking Her Credit Score

A mother added her daughter as an authorised user to her credit card, opened nine accounts in her name, and racked up $30,000 in debt. She urged the daughter to take down the police complaint and be grateful for letting her go to college.

International Business Times UK

Disgraced former congressman George Santos faces prison time after pleading guilty to fraud crimes

Santos was indicted last year on 23 charges, including wire fraud, identity theft and abusing unemployment benefits

The Independent UK

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Windows Central

What is the Microsoft Defender app, and how do I get started on Windows 11 and Android? This Microsoft 365 benefit explained.

Microsoft Defender is an app available for Microsoft 365 subscribers. It gives you a dashboard to monitor the security of all your devices and access to other features like VPN and identity theft. Here's how to get it and use the app.

Kiplinger

Nearly 3 Billion People Hacked in National Public Data Breach. What You Need to Know

A database of almost 3 billion people's personal information stolen from National Public Data, a background checking company, was for sale on the dark web for $3.5 million.

The Guardian - UK

Miss South Africa contestant withdraws after mother is accused of identity theft

National government is investigating Chidimma Adetshina, who had faced a public furore over her citizenship

International Business Times UK

Credit Card Fraud Cost Americans $1 Billion In 2023 As Identity Theft Cases Flare Up

There are several ways credit card holders can minimise risks and damage from threat actors who steal consumer data and use it to secure fraudulent credit cards and government benefits.

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Former Rep. George Santos Loses Bid To Dismiss Charges

Former U.S. Rep. George Santos faces trial on 23 charges, including identity theft and misuse of funds. Trial set to begin in September in Central Islip, L...

The Independent UK

One Tech Tip: Protecting yourself against SIM swapping

SIM-swapping is a growing form of identity theft that goes beyond hacking into an email or social media account

Fortune

Job scams more than doubled in 2023

Identity Theft Resource Center looks at last year’s trends.

The Independent UK

IRS delays in resolving identity theft cases are 'unconscionable,' an independent watchdog says

An independent watchdog within the IRS reports that while taxpayer services have vastly improved, the agency is still too slow to resolve identity theft cases

Al Jazeera

Chinese man arrested for allegedly running ‘largest ever’ malware network

US officials say army of 19 million infected computers enabled fraud, identity theft and child exploitation.

Kiplinger

How to Fix Errors in Your Credit Report

Complaints about errors in credit reports have shot up. Here’s why — and how to fix them.

WEKU

Why you should think twice before posting that cute photo of your kid online

Oversharing can make children vulnerable to identity theft, harassment and predators. To protect their privacy, share a 'holiday card-or-less' amount of data online, says expert Leah Plunkett.

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