Digital Security 101

How To Quickly Identify a Scammer (Online, Phone, and Text)
Data breaches and AI have helped scammers become more convincing — but there are still common red flags that can warn you if you’re being scammed.

What To Do If Your Personal Information Has Been Compromised
Your personal information — including your email, phone number, and even SSN — can be compromised in a data breach or hack, putting you at risk of fraud.

7 Signs of a Social Security Scam Call
Here’s what you need to know about Social Security scam calls and what to do if you realize you're on the phone with an SSA imposter.

What is Vishing? How To Identify Phone Scams (15 Examples)
Vishing — when scammers call you and trick you into sending them money or information — is skyrocketing. Don’t fall for these 15 phone scams!

What Is a Data Breach? (And How To Protect Your Data)
What is a data breach, and how can you protect your personal information? Find out everything you need to know to stay safe.

How To Read a Credit Report (and Dispute Errors)
Fraud and errors on your credit reports could be damaging your credit score. Learn how to read your credit reports and dispute any incorrect information.

How To Protect Against Ransomware: 10 Prevention Tips
Ransomware gangs don’t only target large organizations and government agencies. Learn what you can do to protect yourself against ransomware.

How To Prove a Debt Is Not Yours (and Dispute It)
Did you find a strange debt in your name? It could be a sign of identity theft. Learn how to prove a debt is not yours and protect yourself against fraud.
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What Is Credit Protection? 4 Options (and How To Choose)
Credit protection covers a wide range of tools that can protect your finances. Learn about the most common types of credit protection and how to choose.

Debt Collector Scams: How To Tell If a Debt Collector Is Legit
Did you get a phone call, letter, or message about unfamiliar debt? It could be a scam. Learn the latest debt collector scams and how to stay safe.

What Can Scammers Do With Your Passport Number?
A compromised passport number can lead to identity theft and fraud. Learn how to tell if your passport number is stolen and how to protect yourself.

What Is Whaling Phishing? How To Avoid Executive Fraud
Whaling — also known as CEO fraud — is a type of phishing attack that targets and/or impersonates C-level executives in a company.

New Netflix Scams: Why Someone Could Be After Your Account
Phishing emails make up the lion’s share of all Netflix scams today, but there are other ways that you could be caught off guard.

80+ of the Worst Hacked Celebrities From the Last Decade
Hackers have targeted celebrities from Rihanna to Arianna Grande. But you don’t have to be famous to be on their list. Here’s how to keep yourself safe.