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Massive Equifax Data Breach. What You Need to Know.

Details: Parent Category: Reports; Published on Tuesday, 12 September 2017 10:04; Hits: 934

On September 7, 2017, Equifax, one of the big 3 consumer credit reporting agencies, announced that sensitive information for 143 million American consumers including names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses and driver's license numbers were stolen by hackers.

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Using Facebook Marketplace or Another Local Service? Then Read This

Details: Parent Category: Reports; Published on Sunday, 10 September 2017 06:44; Hits: 922

Local online marketplaces such as Facebook Marketplace can be a handy tool. They can be used to find bargains on various items or to make some money on items you no longer need. But how do you make sure that you aren't being conned? These tips can help.

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Avoiding Disaster Related Scams

Details: Parent Category: Reports; Published on Tuesday, 29 August 2017 09:22; Hits: 956

Disasters such as that caused by Hurricane Harvey bring out the scammers. Fake charities, repair scams, and rental scams are just a few of the types of scams that increase during these times. Here are some tips and resources to help you avoid being taken.

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Don't Become a Victim of Debit Card Fraud

Details: Parent Category: Reports; Published on Wednesday, 16 August 2017 09:15; Hits: 926

If you are one of the many people who use their debit card regularly for purchases, you may want to reconsider. Debit card fraud has been rising steadily over the last few years. More sophisticated technology has helped make skimmers harder to detect at gas pumps, ATMs, and other payment terminals. Fraudulent "card-not-present" transactions, such as online or over the phone, are also fueling the increase.

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A Twist on Nigerian Scams

Details: Parent Category: Reports; Published on Thursday, 03 August 2017 09:06; Hits: 1019

These days, anyone who has email has either received or heard about Nigerian scams. These scams typically request help to access a large amount of money. They promise you a big profit in exchange for your help. The catch is that you will need to fork out your own money to cover various fees or "taxes" and provide access to your bank account. The result: lost money and possibly identity theft.

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More Ransomware! Here's What You Need to Do

Details: Parent Category: Reports; Published on Monday, 10 July 2017 15:14; Hits: 1020

Ransomware attacks are becoming more frequent and they are targeting more and more computers. Ransomware prevents access to files on a computer usually by encrypting them. It then asks for a ransom which must be paid using bitcoins or other digital currency. Paying the ransom doesn't guarantee that you'll regain access to your file.