Top Five Consumer Cyber Security FAQs
Cyber security is becoming more important in everyone’s personal and daily life. How can you better protect your personal information against new threats?
The Internet is a platform of boundless information, connectivity, and entertainment, but it's also rife with scammers as well. When it comes to protecting your online identity, there are many practices you can use to try and prevent becoming a victim of identity theft and help stop scammers in their tracks. Simple tasks, such as ensuring your computer and mobile devices’ operating systems and software are up to date, help ensure that any patches or security updates are helping better protect you from malware. One may also enable two-factor authentication where possible, adding an extra layer of security to your sensitive log-ins. It's also crucial to remain wary of email scams and phishing links where unknown numbers or persons send you unsolicited emails or texts with links that lead to malware. Checking your credit reports for information you don't recognize, such as accounts opened in your name, can also help uncover potential identity theft or fraud. You can also help better protect your identity with Equifax Complete™, a credit monitoring product that allows you daily access to your Equifax credit report, alerts of key changes to your Equifax credit report, and dedicated ID restoration support. Learn more or sign up here.
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