Last month, in Part 1 of Identity Theft and Why Passwords Matter, we took a harsh look at the importance of a strong password. We learned about the vulnerability associated with connected online accounts and a common practice known as “Daisy Chaining.” We also discussed the REAL story and identity risks behind all those fun, […]
As part of our ongoing series on Scams Targeting Seniors and eSecurity in general, it followed that we should take a good look at passwords – why they matter, how to build a better one, and ways to keep them organized. Along the way we’ll even peer into… the FUTURE of Passwords! Okay, well the […]
In How to Protect Yourself – Identity Theft – Part 1, we defined hacking, skimming and phishing and learned how they are used to gather personal information. We also provided a list of personal information you need to protect and not give out just because someone asks. If they call or email you and ask […]
As we continue our series on Scams Targeting Seniors and eSecurity in general, a post about identity theft seemed smart. Protecting your identity and sensitive data is paramount. Consider David B. Dahlstrom, a Salt Lake City locksmith who lived a 17-year, identity theft nightmare. In his case, the ordeal ultimately landed the perpetrator in court, […]
Who are we kidding, cyber safety and online security is something we could ALL improve. And it takes a village! With the scams out there these days, how can you protect yourself and your loved ones? This post is meant to get us all working together in the spirit of combining our efforts to make sure we […]
Why bring this up as we head toward the start of the holiday season? Because THIS is a time of year when we are most likely to see important friends and family. Having these blog posts handy, printing them out and leaving them with a parent or friend could make all the difference! Discuss now, read later, share with others… whatever you […]
The National Council on Aging – NCOA, has some wonderful resources for all of us, especially those of us with aging parents. The number of scams, financial ones in particular, that target the eldest among us with the most to lose, is staggering. Did you know that financial scams directed older adults are so prevalent […]
According to the FBI there are very specific reasons why seniors in particular are targeted by scammers. Very often our older citizens are most likely to have a retirement account, rainy day fund or financial nest egg. They are more likely to own their home and have a good amount of equity in it. As a rule […]
How can we protect our parents when can just as easily fall victims ourselves? This post picks up a story already in progress as told by a friend of mine about the time she and her 70-year-old Mother fell victim to a phone scam. Think it can’t happen to you? It TOTALLY can! My friend […]
My friend and her 70 year old Mother were caught up in this scam. You can read the first part of the story here. What Scam? What Fraud? To catch you up…. My friend’s mother unknowingly had her email hacked and the personal information from those emails was used to perpetrate one whammy of […]
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