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Once, Twice, Three Times a Fraud Victim
AARP report explores chronic victimization — and ways to fight it
Social Security Impostor Complaints Shatter Record
More than 700,000 victims report being hit up by phony government officials
Pandemic Proves to Be Fertile Ground for Identity Thieves
Number of identity theft cases more than doubled in 2020 from 2019, FTC report finds
5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Privacy, Devices
The internet may be looking at, listening to your online activities
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Coronavirus Scams
Don't Flaunt Your COVID-19 Vaccine Card on Facebook
Revealing sensitive personal data on social media can trigger identity theft
Scams Spike on Instagram, Other Social Media Sites
Online shopping frauds a top complaint to FTC as pandemic emerged
8 Tips to Scam-Proof Your Life During COVID-19
Crooks capitalizing on the crisis want your cash and personal data
COVID-19 Vaccine Scams Rise Amid Nationwide Rollout
Fraudsters prey on people eager for hard-to-get coronavirus vaccinations
Stimulus Check Scams
This Is What a Real Treasury Check Looks Like
Secret Service reveals security features to deter fraud
Fake Stimulus Checks Drive Traffic to Used-Car Sale
Federal lawsuit alleges deceptive and illegal tactics