Did you know that what we see on the internet is just the tip of the iceberg?  The internet that we use and see every day, also called the “Surface Web,” makes up about only 10 percent of the actual internet. Beneath that, is what is called the Deep Web. The Deep Web contains most of the internet, but it is difficult for the everyday…

Let me paint you a picture: you are sitting in your doctor’s office. The nurse hands you a form to fill out with your information. You get to the bottom, and it asks for your…

Ransomware is one of the fastest-growing threats to cybersecurity, and it doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon. According to a Cybersecurity Ventures report, every 14 seconds a business is hit with ransomware. Ransomware…

With the holidays around the corner and more people heading online and in stores to do their shopping, it is important to be aware of the grinches out there looking to take advantage of those…

As the holiday season swiftly approaches and more individuals are turning to do their shopping online this year, it’s important now more than ever to be vigilant of online scammers and those looking to steal…

There are a lot of benefits to giving up your information. You could get a free sandwich from your favorite restaurant in exchange for a simple email address. If you add your credit card information…

Do you know those stores your kids always want to go to where they get to build a stuffed animal, a custom race car, or some other unique toy? Well, cybercriminals do the same thing…

There are a lot of lists and searches you can do that will tell you the things you need to know about keeping your identity safe. One search will tell you one thing, and another…

Identity thieves love to prey on vulnerable people and, as crazy as it sounds, college students are high up on their list. According to Javelin Research, college students are four times more likely to become…

What is Child Identity Theft? Child identity theft is when a cybercriminal steals the identity of a child under the age of 18. It is easy for cybercriminals to use the child’s name, birth date,…

In a lot of ways, identity theft and fraud are very impersonal attacks; fraudsters hack into databases to find and steal information which can happen to include yours. Yet, there is a much more personal…

Amazon, Fortnite, Netflix, Facebook, Spotify, and Tik Tok. What do all of these things have in common? The answer: more than you think. They each have your email address, most have your credit card information,…

We all want to help out when we are willing and able. When it comes to natural disasters, epidemics, children and families in need, or organizations for a good cause, it is very easy to…

Whether you are a recent graduate looking for that first job, or maybe you have decided it was time for a change in your life, searching for a new job these days usually starts online….

Working from home has a lot of perks. You don’t have to wear a tie, no worries about anyone stealing your lunch out of the fridge, and the whole house is your office. But just…

Tax Identity Theft: What Is It, How Does It Happen, and What To Do If It Happens To You  Tax season is here, and that means while you are taking time to file your return…

How ID Theft Can Happen While Traveling and Tips to Prevent It Spring Break. Family Vacation. Solo Wanderlust. Local Stay-cation. No matter what type of break you take, we all need to get away from the…

Although 2019 has come to a close, the wide-spread effects of the data breaches that made headlines during the year are far from over. As we begin 2020, it’s time to take a look back…

Can Identity Fraud Happen in Space? In today’s interconnected world, it feels like identity fraud can happen anywhere. But what happens when the crime of impersonation goes off Earth? In August 2019, we were captivated…

There are plenty of people out there whose identities have no protection at all. I’ve never been that kind of hacker you see in the movies, who wants to destroy things. For me, it was…

Keep your phone updated: Just like your computer, the first step to protecting your phone from attacks is making sure you consistently update your operating system. Most people procrastinate implementing updates since they feel it…

Identity theft has evolved over the years.  As devices became smarter, access to everything from personal documents to personal data became increasingly available. With that freedom opened opportunities for hackers to strike. It also changed…

Your children carry a blank slate of credit history. That’s a prime grab for identity thieves. They can create and manipulate a credit persona for years undetected. An NBCNews.com report recently revealed that 1 million…