THE TENTH SCAM OF THE SEASON
PROTECT YOUR DIGITAL LIFE™
You may assume your data is under control, but there are countless data-broker and people-search websites that compile information on you and your family, including your name, address, email, phone number, and property holdings. Cybercriminals purchase this information and use it to launch a targeted attack.
Warning signs
- You receive a call or message referencing personal details that the person shouldn’t realistically know
- You notice a new account opened in your name, or unexpected credit inquiries
- You’re getting unsolicited mail or email about property or assets you own
- You receive alerts from your bank about login attempts you didn’t initiate
How to stay safe
- Periodically check your credit report for unfamiliar activity
- Use a strong, unique password for each major account and enable multifactor authentication
- Remove your data from people-search and data-broker sites when possible (use opt-out forms)
- Be conservative about how much personal detail you share publicly that could feed online profiles