Identity Theft Resource Center to Release 20th Annual Data Breach Report at Policy Forum During Data Privacy Week 2026

Identity Theft Resource Center to Release 20th Annual Data Breach Report at Policy Forum During Data Privacy Week 2026 The release of the ITRC Annual Data Breach Report supports the Data Privacy Week ...

'I don’t think people are taking it seriously': Hacked patient fears identity theft

Tauranga pensioner Kaye McKenzie-Muirson is worried about identity theft after receiving confirmation her account was ...
CNET

Employment Identity Theft Happens More Often Than You Think. Here's How to Spot It

Employment ID theft isn't the same as a fake job scam, but it can have a real negative impact on your life. Geoff Williams is a journalist and author. His byline has appeared in numerous publications, ...
NBC DFW

FTC warns of identity theft scams targeting taxpayers during filing season

As tax season gets underway, the Federal Trade Commission is issuing a new warning about evolving identity theft scams, urging taxpayers to stay alert. It’s part of an education campaign for Identity ...
Times Union

Child identity theft is on the rise: Here's what you can do

While children may not immediately experience the consequences of identity theft, the effects can be far-reaching. One 2023 study by Javelin Strategy & Research found 35% of children whose identities ...
Local 12 WKRC Cincinnati

Phone thefts lead to identity theft and financial loss

CINCINNATI (WKRC) — A stolen phone can lead to more than just the cost of a replacement; it can open the door to identity theft and financial loss, experts warn. Thieves often target phones when they ...
U.S. News & World Report

I Got Scammed: 6 Takeaways From How I Survived and Resolved Identity Theft

Identity theft is more common than you think, and recovery is achievable if you act efficiently and decisively. Be sure to report your case to your bank, the relevant companies and the FTC, and take ...
ConsumerAffairs

Insurance identity theft is on the rise

More consumers are reporting insurance identity theft, a sophisticated fraud that can drive up insurance premiums and cancel policies. There were 15,587 reports of insurance identity theft in 2024, ...
Infosecurity-magazine.com

Identity Theft Isn’t a Hacking Problem, It’s a Data Problem - Here’s How to Fix It

Identity theft is often framed as a cybersecurity issue, but at its core, it’s a data problem. That’s because identity thieves rely almost entirely on personal information—whether to steal your ...
The Herald SC

Understanding Identity Theft: Types, Risks, and Warning Signs

Identity theft takes many forms, from financial fraud to social media impersonation. Learn how criminals operate, warning signs to watch for, and the legal strategies protecting your identity. NEW ...
komonews

7 effective steps to protect your identity during Cybersecurity Awareness Month

A flood emergency is underway in western Washington as a second surge of rain is causing rivers across the region to rise. by Herb Weisbaum, contributing editor, Checkbook.org Cybercrime is on the ...
WSAW

Expert advice to protect yourself from identity theft

(InvestigateTV) — Identity theft isn’t just common – it’s evolving – and scammers are using new tools to steal personal information in ways that are harder to detect. From artificial intelligence that ...