Digital Security 101

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How To Protect Yourself If Your SSN Is Found on the Dark Web

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.

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December 4, 2025
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How To Avoid Black Friday and Cyber Monday Scams This Year

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.

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November 13, 2025
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Don’t Let These 10 Airbnb Scams Ruin Your Vacation

Booking your next vacation rental? Here’s a list of all the latest Airbnb scams so you know what listings to pass on and which ones are legitimate.

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November 13, 2023
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Car Title Scams Explained: How to Safely Buy a Used Car

Car title scams are rampant and can cause you to pay more for a vehicle that’s damaged or stolen. Here’s how to tell if a used car is legitimate or a scam.

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November 13, 2023
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The 12 Walmart Scams You Didn’t Know About (Until Now)

Walmart is the world’s biggest retailer. But that also makes it a huge target for scammers. Here are the latest Walmart scams you need to be aware of.

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November 9, 2023
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Solved: Why Do Random Numbers Call Me and Hang Up?

Tired of random callers taking over your phone? Learn why random numbers are targeting you and how to block spam and scam calls for good.

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November 3, 2023
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What Are "Potential Spam" Calls? (and How To Block Them)

Is your phone being bombarded by “potential spam?” Learn where these calls come from and how to block them once and for all.

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November 3, 2023
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What Happens If You Call Back a Spam Number?

Do you know what happens if you call back a spam number? Here's everything you need to know to avoid becoming a victim of scam calls.

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November 3, 2023

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