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What is medical identity theft, and how can you protect yourself?
We often picture stolen cards and drained bank accounts when we think about identity theft. In health care, the risks can go further. If someone uses your medical identity to get treatment, fill presc...
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Internet fraud: Definition, types, prevention, and recovery
Internet fraud keeps growing every year, and the numbers are staggering. Scammers are stealing billions of dollars from people and businesses worldwide, and there’s no sign of it slowing down. The d...
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SSL vs. TLS: Key differences and why TLS is better
Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) are both encryption protocols used for secure internet communications. They help ensure that sensitive data you enter into online forms re...
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Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption: What’s the difference and why it matters
Encryption isn’t just one thing; it comes in different forms, and two of the most important are symmetric and asymmetric encryption. Both play a huge role in keeping data safe, but they do it in ver...
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How to report identity theft: A step-by-step guide
Discovering that someone’s stolen your identity can feel overwhelming, like your whole life’s been turned upside down overnight. But you don’t have to face it alone, and you can take back contro...
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What is criminal identity theft, and how does it occur?
Unlike most other forms of identity theft, criminal identity theft goes beyond direct financial losses and fraud. Instead, a victim’s life could be upended by criminal charges and court summons for ...
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Signs of identity theft and how to spot them early
Identity theft happens when someone uses your personal or financial details without permission to impersonate you and gain access to money, credit, or services. Criminals can acquire this info in many...
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How to encrypt your internet traffic and protect your privacy
Your internet traffic consists of a stream of data that travels between your device and the websites and services you use. Today, some of this data is encrypted by default, making it harder for potent...
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Is identity theft protection worth it?
In 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received more than 1.1 million identity theft reports. Identity theft protection services claim they can help keep you safe so you don’t become part of th...
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Email address found on the dark web? Here’s what to do
Finding out your email has surfaced on the dark web can feel unsettling. On its own, it doesn’t mean your bank accounts or logins are in immediate danger, but it’s a sign that your personal data h...
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