Digital Security 101

Americans lost over $2.1 billion to social media scams in 2025, making it more important than ever to recognize the latest scams on social media.

The pig butchering scam is a long-term con where scammers convince victims to invest larger and larger sums into fake cryptocurrency exchanges.

Scammers exploit Venmo to trick victims into sending money, giving up bank account access, or providing sensitive info that can be used for identity theft.

If you receive a data breach alert or discover that your SSN was leaked on the Dark Web, act quickly to secure your online accounts and finances.

Telegram offers a high level of anonymity to users, making it an attractive option for scammers who want to hide their true identities or impersonate others.

Scammers create fake stores, send phishing emails, and use generative AI tools to scam shoppers who are trying to take advantage of Black Friday deals.

Hackers and scammers can use your leaked phone number to intercept 2FA codes, access your online accounts, and target you with phishing and scam calls.

As soon as you discover your SSN has been compromised, freeze your credit, secure your online accounts, and report the crime to the FTC and local police.