Citizens Blog

Congrats – you’ve won an all-expense paid vacation to the Bahamas! It’s a dream come true! Or is it?

Digital kidnapping happens when a scammer takes control of a victim’s social media profile(s) and holds it/them for ransom. Here’s what you need to know about digital kidnapping.

Black Friday has traditionally been the day that kicks off the holiday shopping season but it’s also been a day that kicks off the season of shopping scams. Here are four scams to watch out for this Black Friday and throughout the holiday shopping season.

Multifactor authentication (MFA) provides an extra layer of protection for your accounts and sensitive data. Here’s all you need to know about MFA, how it works and why it’s an important step in protecting your information.

Q: I’ve heard there’s been an increase in scams through mobile payment apps, like Cash App. Can I continue using these apps safely?

No one can totally eliminate the risk of identity theft, but there are things you can do to reduce risk. Think of your Social Security Number (SSN), financial account numbers, and passwords as the Holy Grail—sacred and powerful. Protect them carefully.

Data breaches have become a fact of life, with not a week going by without news of another company letting hackers get hold of customers’ data. But what should you do if your info is taken?

Keep your money safe by reading up on the most common scams taking place this time of year and practicing caution.

You may not know that you are the victim of ID theft until you experience a financial consequence down the road from actions that the thief has taken with your stolen identity. Follow these steps to help secure your identity.