Identity theft is skyrocketing. I had a request from a reader to provide a deep dive into identity protection services, and I am happy to oblige! Here is an abbreviated version of what I found. If any of you would like the 12 pages I wrote up, let me know 🙂 Over 748,000 reports of […]
Identity Protection Services Read More »
Passkeys have been showing up frequently in the news of late. I decided it was time to do a “deep dive” to see what they were all about! Sit back and read what’s what with passkeys! New Technology Passkeys are an alternative to the traditional passwords used today. They are a different way for you
What in the Heck are Passkeys? Read More »
There were two important pieces of information I found this week pertaining to Medicare. 1) The personal information of 600,000+ Medicare beneficiaries were accessed in the MoveIt data breach and 2) CMS announces a new dementia care model for Medicare patients. For all who are on who know people on Medicare, read on! Data Breach
New Medicare Information of Importance Read More »
Multi Factor Authentication (MFA or 2FA) is a hot topic these days! As Cybersecurity Awareness Month comes to a close, let’s make sure you stay protected as best you can. The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the National Cybersecurity Alliance (NCA) lead a collaborative effort between government and industry to raise cybersecurity awareness
Multi Factor Authentication Read More »
Alert, Alert, “Smishing” is a scam text alert from an unknown number that usually contains a link. Holy moly, as if we need more ways to be scammed 😒 Gizmo.com wrote about “Smishing” this week and I wanted to make sure you take precautions. How Does Smishing Work? Texts are sent (think SMS messages) by
“Smishing” – Be Alert Read More »
Nasty ransomware is rampant. Darn it, we wake up week after week to another massive data breach 🙁 This week is was T-Mobile and over 40 Million impacted. You and your work are impacted even when you may not be aware. Have found some resources to share to help you “in case”. T-Mobile Impact Lock
Ransomware is Rampant Read More »
Fraud and data breaches are back in the news with the recent Marriott breach that hit the news this week. During the holidays, it is estimated that fraud attempts increase 30%. Fraud protection is a way of life and as the holidays approach, be especially vigilant with these tips. 1. Keep a close eye on
Fraud Protection During the Holidays Read More »
As Q4 approaches, there are changes ahead to existing programs for 2019 that may impact you and/or your families. So we stay on top of what’s happening to consider how best to proceed, let’s take a look at what has been announced thus far. Medicare Supplement Plans Reuters reported this week that Medicare Supplement Plans
National Update: Changes Ahead Medicare Supplement Plans and Credit Freezes Read More »
What a week! In today’s post, we will concentrate on three specific issues of growing importance impacting people of all ages. Privacy, personal data and protection of your personal information. Security issues have been in the forefront after massive security breaches impacting our identities which in turn effects our ability to file/obtain taxes, secure finances
Heads-up: Watch out for Exposure Read More »
It’s that time of year – The Final Four and the final push to gather what’s needed and file personal taxes! 2017 was no stranger to identity theft due to the Equifax data breach, exposing private information of over 145 Million Americans. Many Americans began filing taxes as early as 29 January, 2018. The Federal
