Digital Security 101

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Fraud

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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Fraud

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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Fraud

What Can Someone Do with Your Social Security Number?

It’s easier than ever for scammers to get your SSN. Learn what someone can do with your Social Security number (and how to keep it safe).

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April 8, 2024
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Fraud

The 10 Latest VPN Scams: Read This Before Buying

VPN scams can put your privacy, identity, and online accounts at risk. Learn how to avoid the latest VPN scams and find a VPN provider that’s safe to use.

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March 14, 2024
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Fraud

14 Ways Scammers Can Steal Your Credit Card Numbers

How do people steal credit card numbers? And is your card at risk? Learn the top ways scammers get access to your credit card and how you can protect it.

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March 14, 2024
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Fraud

How To Avoid the Credit National Assist Debt Relief Scam

Are you getting calls from “Credit National Assist?” Learn how to spot this common phone scam and protect yourself from fraudsters.

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March 11, 2024
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Fraud

Did Scammers Use Your Credit Card? Take These 10 Steps Now

CNP fraud is expected to comprise 74.0% of this year's card payment fraud losses, totaling over $10.16 billion.

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March 11, 2024
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Fraud

The Unexpected Dangers of Online Dating [11 Scams To Know]

Millions of people have found love through online dating — but millions more have been the victims of scammers. Here’s how to stay safe while dating online.

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March 7, 2024

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