Your email inbox can be one of the best early-warning systems for protecting your social media accounts. Many platforms let you receive an email when someone logs in from a new device, browser, or location. If a cybercriminal gets your password, that alert may be the first sign that someone is trying to take over […]

If you or family members are being harassed or threatened, report the activity. Work with your social media platform to report and possibly block harassing users. Report an incident if you’ve been a victim of cybercrime. Local and national authorities are ready to assist you.

A type of malware that replicates itself over and over within a computer. Most cybercrime starts with malware. Cybercriminals use it to access your computer or mobile device to steal your personal information like your Social Security number, passwords, credit card information, or bank account information, to commit fraud. Once cybercriminals have your personal information, […]

Let’s look at some simple measures you can take to improve your safety while browsing the internet. 

Are you ready to ward off identity theft? 

Here’s how to spot a phishing scam in the wild.