The World Economic Forum estimates that the annual economic cost of cybercrime now exceeds $1 trillion. Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to help protect yourself against cybercrime. In addition to taking precautions with your digital information, such as maintaining strong passwords, you should consider protecting yourself with personal cyber insurance coverage.
Posted ByThere’s been an increase in phishing attempts initiated via text or SMS messages, referred to as smishing. In the smishing scam, individuals receive fraudulent text or SMS messages that appear to be from a legitimate source such as your bank or other financial providers.
Posted ByThe Social Security Administration has advocated for using their my Social Security online tool. From my Social Security, users are able to view their Social Security benefit statements and review earnings history. It is also an easy way to request a replacement Social Security Card or to enroll in Medicare. This seemingly simple alternative could save you from hours of waiting in line at your local Social Security office.
Posted ByFraudulent phone calls are becoming increasingly popular. Phone scammers may pretend to be a loved one or they may use false promises or aggressive sales pitches to get through to you. Their goal is to elicit personal information or to receive a payment from you.
Posted ByThe Inspector General of Social Security released a statement warning citizens about a caller ID spoofing scheme. Fraudsters are using the Social Security Fraud Hotline number to call citizens. Social Security employees do not place outgoing calls from the Fraud Hotline number. It is advised that you do not engage with these calls or provide personal information.
Posted ByAs our loved ones age, it is important to be aware of scams that are targeting the elderly population. Being aware of these scams can help prevent you and people you know from falling for them.
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