Identity Theft Resource Center® Reports 564 Percent Increase in Individuals Impacted by Data Compromises in Q1 2021
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While the number of data compromises is only up slightly (12 percent increase in Q1 2021), individuals impacted is on a steep rise due to more supply chain attacks in 2021
The Identity Theft Resource Center recorded a 564 percent increase in the number of individuals impacted by a data breach in Q1 2021.
“Supply chain, phishing, and ransomware attacks reflect a broader trend that cybercriminals want to exploit multiple organizations through a single point-of-attack, said Eva Velasquez, president and CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center. SAN DIEGO (PRWEB)
So you fell prey to a scam: 5 steps to take when your personal information is compromised
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What to Do If You Are a Victim of Unemployment Fraud
Unemployment fraud in the United States has reached dramatic levels during the pandemic the Labor Department inspector general’s office estimates that more than $63 billion has been paid out improperly through fraud or errors since March 2020.
Criminals are seizing on the opportunity created by the pandemic. Using data stolen from prior data breaches, the criminal makes a claim using someone else’s identity to access an increased pool of benefits. About $550 billion was spent in support of those out of work in 2020, compared with an average of $32 billion in the previous five years. States, often overwhelmed with claims, navigating new rules and using outdated systems, have struggled to keep up.
What to do if you are a victim of unemployment fraud
SARAH SKIDMORE SELL, AP Personal Finance Writer
March 15, 2021
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1of3FILE - In this May 7, 2020, file photo, the entrance to the Labor Department is seen near the Capitol in Washington. Unemployment fraud in the U.S. has reached dramatic levels during the pandemic: more than $63 billion has been paid out improperly through fraud or errors since March 2020. Criminals are seizing on the opportunity created by the pandemic and are making false claims using stolen information.J. Scott Applewhite/APShow MoreShow Less
2of3FILE - In this Thursday, Nov. 5, 2020, file photo, envelopes from the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Reemployment Assistance Program are shown, in Surfside, Fla. Unemployment fraud in the U.S. has reached dramatic levels during the pandemic: more than $63 billion has been paid out improperly through fraud or errors since March 2020. Criminals are seizing on the opportu