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from24/7 Wall St.
11 hours ago

I Lost My 11th Social Security Card, What's Next?

It may come as a surprise to many Americans that there's a fixed limit (it's 10) on the number of Social Security cards you can get. Undoubtedly, you may think that it's quite hard to lose such an important piece of identification 10 times in a lifetime, but it does happen, especially to those who don't have access to secure places to store such sensitive materials.
Information security
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Children at risk of identity theft and fraud from 'sharenting'

Posting children's photos online increases risks of harassment, cyber-bullying, identity theft, and exposure that enables offline or future fraud.
#data-breach
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Information security

Massive TransUnion breach leaks personal data of 4.4 million customers - what to do now

fromIT Pro
2 weeks ago
Information security

The Allianz Life data breach just took a huge turn for the worse

fromFast Company
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

AT&T to pay $177 million in data breach settlement. Here's how to claim up to $5,000

Privacy professionals
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago

Six months after discovering an attack, Northwest Radiologists notifies almost 350,000 Washington State residents

Northwest Radiologists experienced a significant data breach affecting over 348,000 residents, involving sensitive information but unclear if it was ransomware.
fromZDNET
1 week ago
Information security

Massive TransUnion breach leaks personal data of 4.4 million customers - what to do now

fromIT Pro
2 weeks ago
Information security

The Allianz Life data breach just took a huge turn for the worse

fromFast Company
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

AT&T to pay $177 million in data breach settlement. Here's how to claim up to $5,000

fromDatabreaches
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Six months after discovering an attack, Northwest Radiologists notifies almost 350,000 Washington State residents

Information security
fromThe Hacker News
1 week ago

Feds Seize $6.4M VerifTools Fake-ID Marketplace, but Operators Relaunch on New Domain

Law enforcement seized VerifTools servers and domains for selling counterfeit IDs, but operators relaunched the service on veriftools.com.
Film
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The French film star, the fake Irish aristocrat and the missing 7m

Actor Dany Boon alleges a conman posing as an Irish aristocrat stole about €7m in an elaborate scam involving yachts, tax havens and false identities.
Law
fromESPN.com
1 week ago

Tennessee man named Babe Ruth charged with fraud

George Herman Ruth is indicted for using deceased or retired baseball players' names and stolen Social Security numbers to fraudulently claim more than $550,000.
#fraud
Privacy professionals
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

East Bay identify theft scheme included purchase of dental equipment sterilizer

Misdelivered package scams are a rising tactic in identity theft, highlighting the need for caution when discussing such matters with strangers.
US politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Fraudster sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing homeless victims' identities and using them to apply for unemployment benefits

Marc Lazarre was sentenced to 30 months for wire fraud and identity theft targeting homeless individuals for unemployment benefits.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago
US politics

Fraudster sentenced to 30 months in prison for stealing homeless victims' identities and using them to apply for unemployment benefits

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Check is not in the mail for two Saratoga residents

Identity theft: A Saratoga resident reported that someone used their personal information to access the victim's bank account and withdrew money for a total loss of about $30,000. Aug. 12 Vandalism: At 3:20 a.m., someone broke a window of a vehicle parked in the 18000 block of Paseo Lado, causing damage estimated at over $1,000. Aug. 13 Theft by false pretenses: A Saratoga resident reported that someone emailed them posing as a representative with an online payment company,
California
Information security
fromBusiness Insider
1 week ago

I was scammed out of $6,000 a year ago - even though I knew better. It's not the financial loss that continues to haunt me.

A fake Facebook customer service call led to a $6,000 scam and lasting shame despite prior scam awareness.
Higher education
fromFortune
1 week ago

Colleges have a new worry: 'Ghost students'-AI powered fraud rings angling to get millions in financial aid

Colleges are battling AI-powered fraud rings that create synthetic 'ghost' students to exploit enrollment systems and financial aid, prompting new defense measures.
#tax-scams
#theft
#scam
#cybersecurity
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
1 month ago

How to protect your cell phone number from SIM swap attacks | TechCrunch

Hackers can steal phone numbers through SIM swapping, allowing them to impersonate victims and gain access to sensitive online accounts.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Woman who allegedly murdered NYC girlfriend, cut her body into 13 pieces and took on her identity arrested 18 years later

"It took a true sociopath to do what happened here," Clay Bryant, an investigator with the Troup County Sheriff's Department, said.
US news
fromDatabreaches
1 month ago

39-year-old Nigerian extradited to US from France over alleged hacking

A Nigerian man, Chukwuemeka Victor Amachukwu, has been extradited to the U.S. to face charges of computer hacking, fraud, and identity theft.
US politics
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fromNewsday
1 month ago

Long Island job scams: How to spot fake offers

Job scams have significantly increased, especially due to the rise of remote work, leading to substantial financial losses for victims.
#north-korea
fromAol
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Ninety laptops, millions of dollars: US woman jailed over North Korea remote-work scam

fromWIRED
2 months ago
US politics

Identities of More Than 80 Americans Stolen for North Korean IT Worker Scams

fromAol
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Ninety laptops, millions of dollars: US woman jailed over North Korea remote-work scam

fromWIRED
2 months ago
US politics

Identities of More Than 80 Americans Stolen for North Korean IT Worker Scams

#george-santos
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

North Korean hackers ran US-based "laptop farm" from Arizona woman's home

Chapman faces 8.5 years in prison and three years of supervised release for her involvement with North Korea and identity theft.
fromIT Pro
1 month ago

Average Brit hit by five data breaches since 2004

Whether sharing your name and address for food deliveries, or phone numbers when making a booking at a barber shop, there is no guarantee that businesses are keeping crucial information safe and secure, said Sarunas Sereika, product manager at Surfshark, which carried out the research.
Privacy professionals
#cybercrime
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Who Ratted? Chuck E. Cheese Gets Dragged Out of Florida Pizzeria in Cuffs

A Chuck E. Cheese employee in Tallahassee, Florida, dressed as Chuck E. Cheese was arrested on multiple credit card felonies, including identity theft and fraudulent use of a credit card.
Miscellaneous
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Stolen Porsches, jewelry lead to bust major identity theft ring, officials say

This case showed how quickly a single crime can tie into broader networks of theft and fraud, and working together across divisions helped us uncover and stop further harm.
Privacy technologies
NYC politics
fromNewsNation
1 month ago

NYPD officer accused of stealing $87K to pay for 'Booty by Jacks' workout program

A NYPD officer was accused of stealing over $87,000 from client accounts to fund personal expenses.
Digital life
fromZDNET
1 month ago

6 ways to protect your passport and other travel docs from cybercriminals - before it's too late

Travel documents, if scanned or stored digitally, are vulnerable to theft and exploitation.
Privacy professionals
fromFortune
1 month ago

Identity theft is on pace to set a new record in 2025

Data compromises in the U.S. reached 1,732 in early 2025, exceeding last year's pace and potentially setting a new record.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Former Melrose firefighter who stole dead teen's identity sentenced to prison

Prosecutors detailed how Truong Nguyen, 50, evaded deportation and accountability for other alleged crimes for the better part of two decades, in part by using the stolen identity.
US politics
Privacy professionals
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

RBC tells customer she's responsible for $14K stolen from account in bank investigator scam | CBC News

Fraudsters are impersonating bank representatives, leading to significant financial losses for victims.
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Warning issued over card scam hitting Apple and PayPal

Cybersecurity experts from Silent Push report that thousands of fake storefronts mimic major retailers, aimed at stealing payment information while delivering no products.
E-Commerce
Privacy professionals
fromReason.com
2 months ago

Lawsuit Against Google for Accurately Reporting Negative Stories About Plaintiff Dismissed

Trenton Garmon alleges Google violated his Right of Publicity, seeking $8 billion for unauthorized use of his identity. His claims have faced multiple dismissals.
Canada news
frombrooklyneagle.com
2 months ago

Eleven charged in major Medicare fraud bust, including Brooklyn owner

A massive Medicare fraud scheme involving over $10 billion in false claims has been uncovered, leading to charges against 11 individuals.
SF parents
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

Parents Are Unknowingly Compromising Their Children's Safety With This Super Common Habit

Graduation yard signs may celebrate achievements, but they pose privacy and safety risks to children.
Privacy professionals
fromLifehacker
2 months ago

Five Services That Will Remove Your Personal Information From Data Broker Sites

Modern life is dominated by data collection, making privacy virtually nonexistent.
Data brokers aggregate personal information, which can lead to serious privacy risks.
#financial-aid-fraud
fromBoston.com
2 months ago
US news

Scammers are using AI to enroll fake students in online classes, then steal college financial aid

Financial aid fraud in California community colleges reached $11.1 million last year, largely due to identity theft and AI usage.
US news
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Scammers are using AI to enroll fake students in online classes, then steal college financial aid

Financial aid fraud in California community colleges reached $11.1 million last year, largely due to identity theft and AI usage.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Haverhill teacher arraigned on charges of faking credentials, stolen valor

A Haverhill teacher faces 21 indictments for lying about her credentials and falsely claiming military honors.
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

HMRC scammers stole 47m in phishing fraud targeting 100,000 taxpayer accounts

Scammers stole £47 million from HMRC by fraudulently accessing taxpayer accounts using phishing tactics. This sophisticated identity theft scheme targeted over 100,000 accounts.
UK politics
MMA
fromCageside Press
3 months ago

BJ Penn Arrested On 'Abuse Family, Household Member' Charges

BJ Penn has been arrested for domestic abuse charges, raising concerns about his well-being and mental state.
US Elections
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Colombian woman charged with illegally voting in 2024 election, stealing $400,000 in taxpayer funded benefits

A Colombian woman lived under a stolen identity for over 20 years, receiving $400,000 in benefits and illegally voting in the 2024 election.
Law
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Worcester college student pleads guilty to cyber crimes

Matthew Lane pled guilty to cyber extortion charges after hacking and demanding ransom from two companies.
Digital life
from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

States Where You Are Most Likely to be the Victim of Cyber Crime

The internet's growth has significantly increased exposure to cyber crime for millions of Americans.
fromDatabreaches
3 months ago

Alabama Man Sentenced to 14 Months in Connection with Securities and Exchange Commission X Hack that Spiked Bitcoin Prices

"Council and his co-conspirators used sophisticated cyber means to compromise the SEC's X account and posted a false announcement that distorted important financial markets."
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