Fraud
This type of fraud involves criminals posing as legitimate institutions to trick individuals into providing sensitive information.
What is phishing?
What steps can you take to secure your mailbox and reduce the risk of identity theft through mail-related fraud?
What is using a locking mailbox and promptly collecting mail to prevent theft or tampering?
Name the two-factor authentication methods that enhance the security of online banking?
What are SMS codes and Authenticator apps?
Name one warning sign that your identity may have been compromised.
What is receiving unexpected bills or account statements?
What measures should you take if you lose your wallet or suspect it may have been stolen to prevent identity theft?
What is reporting the loss immediately ad monitoring your accounts for suspicious activity?
How can social engineering tactics be used in identity theft, and how can you avoid falling victim to them?
What is manipulating individuals into divulging confidential information, and why should you verify requests for personal information?
How can shredding sensitive documents help in preventing identity theft?
What is reducing the risk of information being stolen from discarded papers?
What precautions should you take when using public Wi-Fi to access your banking accounts?
What is using a virtual private network (VPN) for added security?
What is the purpose of freezing your credit, and ow does it prevent identity theft?
What is to restrict access to your credit report, making it difficult for thieves to open new accounts?
How can setting up account alerts enhance your ability to detect and respond to suspicious activity?
What is receiving immediate notifications for transactions and changes to accounts?
This term refers to the practice of obtaining someone's personal information with the intent to commit fraud.
What is identity theft?
Name one precautionary measure to safeguard your personal information when using online banking.
What is using strong, unique passwords?
How can regularly checking your credit report contribute to identity theft protection?
What is identifying and addressing any unauthorized or suspicious activity?
This security feature adds an extra layer of protection by generating temporary codes for account access.
What is two-factor authentication?
What role does phishing play in ID theft and how can you recognize these attempts?
What is the use of deceptive emails or websites to trick individuals and verify the legitimacy of communications?
This type of identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information to file fraudulent tax returns.
What is tax identity theft?
This document, often containing personal details, should be stored securely to prevent identity theft.
What is your social security card?
What precautions should be taken when sharing personal information over the phone to prevent identity theft?
What is confirming the identity of the caller and avoiding sharing sensitive information unless necessary?
What is the importance of updating your software and apps regularly for identity theft prevention?
What is it helps by fixing security vulnerabilities that could be exploited by hackers?
How does the use of secure, encrypted websites contribute to online ID theft protection?
What is protecting data transmission from unauthorized access or interception?
This type of identity theft involves using someone else's personal information to obtain medical services or prescriptions.
What is medical identity theft?
Why is it important to regularly monitor your financial statements?
What is to detect and report suspicious activity promptly.
Why is it important to create strong and unique passwords for online banking accounts?
What is to help prevent unauthorized access?
Name one way to securely store and manage your passwords?
What is using a reputable password manager?
Why is it important to educate yourself and stay informed about the latest identity theft protection practices?
What is to adapt to evolving threats and maintain a proactive approach to safeguarding personal information?