Heimdal reports AI enhances identity theft, making fake IDs easier to create using social media photos, escalating fraud ...

The FTC recommends keeping these financial documents for a year: bank statements; pay stubs; credit card and utility bills; ...

Identity theft shows no signs of slowing down: In 2024, there were more than 1.1 million reports of identity theft received through the Federal Trade Commission's IdentityTheft.gov website alone ...

Identity theft can happen in many ways, but financial identity theft is the most common form. Financial identity theft is when someone uses another person's monetary information for financial gain.

Child identity theft is a common form of identity theft because it's difficult to detect. Preapproved credit card offers and collections notices are indications of child identity theft.

If you suspect you’re a victim of tax-related identity theft, file an IRS Identity Theft Affidavit (Form 14039). The form is separate from the Federal Trade Commission affidavit, which is used ...

Consider filing Form 14039 Identity Theft Affidavit.Social Security account shows wages you didn't earn or expectWhat should you do?If you use tax preparation software like TurboTax, H&R Block ...

If you are the victim of identity theft, contact the Federal Trade Commission at IdentityTheft.gov or 1-877-438-4338. Types of Identity Theft There are several types of identity theft, including: ...

As credit card identity theft becomes the most reported type of fraud in the United States, New York residents are among the most affected. With thousands of new accounts opened fraudulently ...

In 2022 Georgia had more reports of identity theft per capita than any other state. Check out our look at last year’s ID theft trends and stats.