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Identity Theft
Stories from across the site that focus on Identity Theft.
How to Recognize and Avoid Election Scams and Deepfakes Ahead of US Midterms
As US midterm elections near, beware AI-driven scams, fake donation sites, phishing, and deepfake videos designed to steal your data and money.
Oct 19, 2026
How Weak Passwords Led to the Exposure of Denmark's Population Data for 8.8 Million People
A breach of Denmark's population registry occurred through a third-party firm using weak passwords like '123456', exposing data on millions. Learn how this impacts data security and what it reveals about third-party vulnerabilities.
Oct 14, 2026
Massive 13.7 Million Record Data Leak Reveals Risks of Breach Data Repositories
A misconfigured database exposed nearly 14 million sensitive records from multiple companies, highlighting ongoing dangers tied to aggregated breach data collections.
Oct 14, 2026
Webroot Antivirus: Comprehensive Protection for Your Devices at Up to 50% Off
Discover how Webroot's cloud-based antivirus secures multiple devices from viruses, ransomware, and identity theft with affordable plans starting at $34.99/year.
Oct 6, 2026
Pentagon Data Breach Exposes Personal Details of 2.7 Million Military Personnel
A file-sharing vulnerability led to a prolonged Pentagon breach, leaking unencrypted personal data of millions of US military members. Learn the security risks and protective steps.
Oct 1, 2026
How to Recognize and Protect Yourself from Fake Cop and Government Official Scams
Scammers impersonating police and government officials have stolen billions. Learn how these scams work, who’s targeted, and practical steps to spot and avoid them.
Sep 24, 2026
Burger King Russia Data Breach Exposes 3.2 Million Customer Records
A 2024 breach via the Mindbox platform compromised Burger King Russia customer data including emails, names, and birth dates but excluded payment details. Users should watch for phishing risks.
Sep 23, 2026
How a Sophisticated Scam Led to Revolut's Massive Customer Data Breach
Revolut exposed sensitive customer details after attackers impersonated a government agency, leading to a huge ransom demand and serious identity theft risks.
Sep 14, 2026
How Synthetic Identities Are Revolutionizing Web Fraud and What You Can Do
Synthetic identities combining stolen data and AI-generated deepfakes are sold on dark web for about $200, bypassing KYC checks. Learn how to protect yourself.
Sep 14, 2026
What You Need to Know About the 153 Million US Drivers License Data Leak
A massive leak of 153 million US drivers licenses linked to an identity verification firm raises serious identity fraud risks. Learn who is affected and what steps to take.
Sep 10, 2026
What You Need to Know About the Baylor Genetics Data Breach Impacting 2.8 Million People
A cyberattack on Baylor Genetics exposed sensitive data of 2.8 million patients and employees, including medical and personal information. Learn the implications and recommended precautions.
Sep 3, 2026
How North Korean Job Fraud Expands Beyond Tech into Healthcare, Sales, and Marketing
North Korean applicants use stolen identities, AI tools, and proxies to bypass detection and secure remote jobs in multiple sectors, posing unique cybersecurity and compliance risks.
Sep 1, 2026