For the past 12 years, the top category of consumer complaints fielded by the Federal Trade Commission has been identity …
Cyber security
Don’t Get Your Identity Stolen During Tax Season
As if there’s not enough stress around tax time, cybersecurity experts are calling attention to a growing problem: Identity thieves are using this event to snag unsuspecting taxpayers’ personal information, and they’re constantly …
Hacker Is Selling Your Personal Data Online — Cheap!
Did you know there’s a virtual online marketplace where hackers gather to buy and sell the fruits of their criminal labors? Think of Amazon or eBay — except the items customers put into their virtual shopping carts are stolen credit card numbers rather than audiobooks or dusty collectibles. If this sounds infuriating, just wait until …