Scam Alert: 'Prove to Me You Are a Human and Not a Bot'
Published: November 15, 2021
First the scammer is a fake buyer, then once they trick victims into authenticating Google Voice accounts, the scammer becomes a fake seller - potentially ensnaring a second generation of victims who pay for goods they never receive.
What Is Synthetic Identity Theft?
Published: November 12, 2021
Synthetic identity theft is the creation of a completely new identity, usually in order to create a credit account, live or work in the U.S. or qualify for benefits. It involves fraudsters using a combination of fake information, such as a fictitious name, and real data, like a child's Social Security number, to create fraudulent accounts.
Avoid these 6 Black Friday Scams
Published: November 8, 2021
Here are six common Black Friday scams and help on how to do your holiday shopping without becoming a victim.
What Is Account Takeover Fraud and How Can You Prevent It?
Published: November 3, 2021
Account takeover fraud - in which bad actors use stolen credentials to commandeer real credit card, shopping or even government benefit accounts - is one of the most common forms of identity theft. Here's what you need to know about account takeover fraud and how to protect yourself.
10 Identity Protection Tools and Measures You Can Use
Published: September 17, 2021
There might not be a way to completely protect yourself from identity theft short of living completely off the grid. And even that might not be enough. Thieves love low-hanging fruit, however, and putting up your defenses can make you a more difficult - and therefore less appealing - target. Here are different tools you can use and actions you can take to help protect yourself from identity theft.
Online Car-Buying Scams to Watch Out For
Published: August 17, 2021
Online car-buying scams come in the form of fake ads, gift card ripoffs, fraudulent wire transfers, title washing, "curbstoning," identity theft, fake escrows, payment plans and phony checks. The financial toll of these scams adds up to millions of dollars a year. Here's what you can do to save yourself the trouble.