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From Crisis to Threat: Protect Yourself from Identity Theft After a Natural Disaster
Identity theft is almost always a risk to look out for, but that risk grows greater in the wake of natural disasters. Victims of tornadoes, hurricanes, floods, and other horrible acts of nature are often susceptible to scammers who pose as agents of the Federal...
How Election Misinformation Can Lead to Identity Theft: What You Need to Know
Election scams run rampant during voting season. No matter what candidate you support, chances are you will or have already received texts, phone calls, letters, or even knocks on your front door regarding the upcoming election. It’s safe to say that some of those...
Protecting Your Personal Information During the Holiday Season
Editor note: This post has been refreshed with the latest information to ensure accuracy and relevance to our readers. It was originally published Dec 20, 2019. The holiday season is filled with excitement—whether you're traveling to visit family, hosting gatherings,...
Data Breached? How to Regain Control After Your Personal Information Becomes Exposed
Data breaches can expose sensitive information, leading to devastating consequences like identity theft, financial fraud, and unauthorized account access. Unsurprisingly, cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, continuing to exploit vulnerabilities in...
AI-Driven Data Breaches: What You Need to Know
Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a popular tool to aid in writing, art, marketing, finance, and many other areas of everyday life. As it has become more commonplace, it has also fallen into predatory hands. Scammers are now using AI as a weapon to trick people...
Back-to-School Scams: Outwit Fraudsters Before They Strike
Scammers love to take advantage of this hectic school season. They can easily slip under the radar and steal personal information. Then, they can use the identity and other private data to make purchases, sign up for services, or sell personal information to other bad...
See Beyond the BNPL Hype: Smart Ways to Safeguard Your Identity and Monitor Your Credit
Imagine: You purchase a television, a sofa, or some other expensive item, and all you have to do is quickly sign up for a Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) program to pay off the debt in bite-sized installments instead of handing over huge chunks of cash up front. Who wouldn’t...
Protecting Yourself From Identity Theft
By Steve Earls, a seasoned cybersecurity leader who has innovated cybersecurity and risk management strategies at the CIA, Verizon Wireless, and Trane Technologies, is the Chief Information Security Officer overseeing LegalShield’s cybersecurity programs and teams....
Returning From Vacation? Watch Out for These Scams Targeting Travelers
You’ve had an amazing vacation, and you just got back home with a fresh tan or some amazing new memories. A few days later, you get a phone call from the landlord who owns the rental property where you stayed. They claim that you damaged their property and they want...
Can You be Hacked by Replying to a Text? Must-Know Facts and Tips
Originally published Sept. 29, 2022. Blog post updated for accuracy, comprehensiveness and freshness on June 28, 2024. Ever misplaced your smartphone—even briefly? It’s a scary feeling. Now, imagine your smartphone being lost for good. All your contacts, photos,...
How to Spot and Avoid Travel Scams
Originally published March 3, 2021. Blog post updated for accuracy, comprehensiveness and freshness on June 27, 2024. As travel season peaks, fraudsters ramp up their efforts to deceive unsuspecting travelers. Being informed, proactive, and vigilant are ways to...
Moving Scams and Identity Theft Exposed: Ways to Safeguard Future Moves
Moving is a big deal! You want to make sure that all your papers are signed, keys handed over, belongings packed, and movers arranged. But a busy moving season can quickly turn into a nightmare if you fall prey to a moving scam. Yes, you read that right! What might...
Buying Gift Cards for Loved Ones? Avoid These Common Scams
By Steve Earls, a seasoned cybersecurity leader who has innovated cybersecurity and risk management strategies at the CIA, Verizon Wireless, and Trane Technologies, is the Chief Information Security Officer overseeing LegalShield’s cybersecurity programs and teams....
What Is Home Title Theft and Ways to Avoid It
Housing valuations continue to climb, which means home equity has soared for homeowners… unless someone commits identity theft to steal that equity. Home equity theft, deed theft and title theft are on the rise, and many real estate and government officials fear it...
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