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While synthetic identity fraud is not a complete takeover of one’s identity, critical pieces of your personal information can be used in creating a synthetic, such as your Social Security number (SSN). The use of your SSN with another identity can alter your credit score, and it may take time for you to discover this activity. Related to synthetic identity fraud is conventional identity theft, in which someone takes over your existing identity, posing as you, and typically either applies for credit or uses your existing accounts. Both scenarios can have devastating effects on your ability to secure additional credit.

By Better Business Bureau. March 11, 2022.

In this clever new scam, con artists are getting greedy. Not only are they trying to steal your Instagram password, they also are phishing for your email log-in. Follow these tips for spotting this tricky scam and protecting your passwords.

Individuals are constantly reminded about how important it is to protect their personal information. But how does one safeguard this information?

February 8, 2022 is Safer Internet Day. Our employees have some tips for staying safe while online!

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, so are the scams and other cyber threats.