TransUnion, one of the major credit bureaus in the U.S., reported a hack at the tail end of August—personal details of 4.4 ...

As a personal finance editor covering identity theft, I knew freezing my credit would make it harder for cybercriminals to open a new account in my name. But I still went back and forth on freezing my ...

In 2007, the State of New Mexico began making available to its residents a new tool designed make it more difficult for ...

Data breaches, financial fraud and internet crime have increased in recent years, so now’s the time to review how to protect your finances. If you haven’t already frozen your credit to prevent ...

SHREVEPORT, La. - Every few months, we hear about another data breach that exposes the personal information of millions of people. But the most recent discovery is massive. Security researchers ...

Security freezes, often called credit freezes, are “absolutely” the best way to prevent criminals from using your personal information to open new accounts in ...

If the scam targeted your computer, make sure your antivirus software is up to date and be sure to scan your system for malware. And finally report the scam to local police, your state consumer agency ...

A July cyberattack on TransUnion exposed personal data from over 4.4 million people. The credit bureau began sending letters ...

Getting a credit freeze is simple, but you might want to think twice about it if you're thinking of buying a home. Data security breaches and changes in government policies are on the rise, leaving ...

Freezing your credit might feel like a hassle, but it’s well worth it. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a ...

Worried about identity theft? Freezing your credit might be the answer. Every day, we hear of data breaches putting thousands or more people at risk for identity theft. The more companies that have ...