Security Corner Blog

Holiday Scams

Published: November 17, 2021

When shopping online during the holiday season - or any time of year - always be wary of deals that seem too good to be true. Do your part to avoid becoming a scammer's next victim. Every year, thousands of people become victims of holiday scams. Scammers can rob you of hard-earned money, personal information, and, at the very least, a festive mood.

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.

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