Digital Security 101

Scammers ramp up their schemes during the holiday season. Learn how to avoid the worst holiday scams while shopping, traveling, and giving online.

Both IDShield and LifeLock offer all-in-one solutions for identity protection — but there are differences in their features and coverage you need to know.

Phone scammers can bypass built-in and basic spam call blockers — but a new breed of AI-powered tools can finally protect you from non-stop spam calls.

Fake recruiters prowl LinkedIn, post on Indeed, and reach out to victims with non-existent job offers — but you can spot them if you know what to look for.

Notify your bank to report any unauthorized transactions, start an investigation. Banks generally refund fraudulent transactions if reported promptly.

Scammers can't access your bank account with just your bank account number; however, they can set up direct debits or transfers via EFTs.

While banks are generally obligated to refund money lost to fraud, they may deny the refund if you were negligent or involved in the scam.

Most SSNs have been leaked to the Dark Web in recent years — making it more important than ever to learn how to make yourself a less vulnerable target.