Cybersecurity News
New York State Comptroller, May 2, 2021
Report: The Increasing Threat of Identity Theft
By Office of the Comptroller
Identity theft cases surged in New York State in 2020, inflicting financial losses on individuals and threatening disruption to government programs as well as private financial institutions. ...read full articleTechRepublic, March 31, 2021
Tax refund phishing scam targets university students and staffers
The IRS is warning of a phishing scam that promises refund information but looks to capture Social Security numbers and other sensitive data.
By Lance Whitney
With tax season in bloom, cybercriminals have launched a series of phishing attacks aimed at university students and employees eager to receive potential tax refunds. ...read full articleThe National Law Review, March 31, 2021
Unemployment Insurance Fraud
U.S. Department of Labor Launches New Online Resource for Victims
Unemployment Insurance (“UI”) fraud has exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic, resulting in billions of dollars’ worth of fraudulent claims being filed across the United States. ...read full articleWJAR NBC 10 News, February 12, 2021
Consumer Alert: Experts warn pandemic will increase tax ID theft
By Emily Volz
As tax season gets underway, experts are warning that this year, we're more vulnerable than ever to tax identity theft. Fortunately, there's a new way to protect your return. ...read full articleWWNY News Channel 7, February 11, 2021
Parents speak out about deployed son’s suspected identity theft
By Keith Benman
It’s a suspected case of identity theft. Parents figured out something was wrong when they got unemployment documents in the mail for their son, who’s deployed with the Air Force. It just didn’t add up and soon they found out they aren’t alone. ...read full articleNew York Times, February 6, 2021
Is Your Vaccine Card Selfie a Gift for Scammers? Maybe
You finally got your vaccine, and you’re excited to share the proof. Here’s why that may not be a good idea, and what you can do instead.
By Christine Hauser
Some experts are warning that the information on your celebratory photo might make you vulnerable to identity theft or scams. ...read full article2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2017 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009