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Child Identity Theft: What It Is and How To Protect Your Child

Child identity theft occurs when someone uses a minor’s personal information to get loans, open credit cards, steal benefits or secure employment– all under a child’s name. One in 50 children in the U.S. are victims of child identity theft yearly, making it crucial for parents to take steps to protect their children from identity theft. Continue reading to learn more about child identity theft and the steps you can take to protect your child.

What Can Someone Do With Your Social Security Number?

If someone steals your Social Security number, they can use it to open bank accounts under your name, steal your benefits, file your tax return and commit other types of fraud. Your Social Security number is tied to your identity in the U.S. Without it, you are unable to identify yourself to receive employment and benefits. A threat actor can use your Social Security number for malicious purposes such as stealing your benefits or committing crimes under your name.

How Do You Use a Passkey?

To use a passkey on an online account or application, you first need to generate the passkey using your device or password manager. Once your passkey is generated, you can use it to sign in to the online account or application it’s for without having to enter a password. Continue reading to learn more about how to start using passkeys and why you should use them over passwords.

Secure Spatial Computing With Keeper and Apple Vision Pro

The launch of the Apple Vision Pro has brought a new era to computing along with an exciting and fresh approach to how people interact with technology and the world around them. Keeper® is excited to be a part of this by providing a seamless, secure and encrypted login experience through our Apple Vision Pro-compatible app.

Common Amazon Scams To Avoid

Amazon provides users a convenient way to shop online, making it one of the most popular online retailers. However, its popularity has made it a prime hub for online scams. Scammers often impersonate an Amazon representative or legitimate seller to trick users into giving up their personal information. Some common Amazon scams you need to avoid are fraudulent sellers, off-platform payments, phishing messages about your Amazon account and fake Amazon job offers.

Signs Your Streaming Accounts Have Been Hacked

As more people have shifted to using streaming services for shows, movies and music, keeping those accounts secure has become crucial to prevent them from being hacked. Some signs that point to your streaming account being hacked include being unable to log in to your account, unusual login attempt notifications and an upgraded account you didn’t authorize. Continue reading to learn five signs that point to your streaming account being hacked and what you should do if it is.

How Do Cybercriminals Spread Malware?

Cybercriminals can spread malware through phishing attacks, man-in-the-middle attacks, exploit kits and drive-by downloads. Cybercriminals typically use social engineering tactics to trick people into downloading malware or exploit security vulnerabilities to install malware without the victim knowing. Continue reading to learn more about malware, how cybercriminals spread it, how to detect if your device is infected and how to stay protected against malware.

What Is One-Time Share and What Are Its Benefits?

One-Time Share is a feature Keeper® Password Manager offers that allows users to securely share passwords and other sensitive data with anyone on a time-limited basis. When using One-Time Share, the recipient does not have to be a Keeper user themselves, making it convenient to securely share sensitive information with anyone. Continue reading to learn more about One-Time Share and the benefits of using this feature when sending sensitive logins and other data.

Recovering From a Data Breach: What You Should Do

Your data that’s stored with an organization you trusted could become exposed due to a targeted cyber attack or data breach. If your data was part of a public data breach, you need to change any compromised passwords, monitor your accounts for suspicious activity, freeze your credit and notify any relevant parties of the data breach. Continue reading to learn more about data breaches, how to recover from a data breach and how to prevent future data breaches from happening.

Can Someone Hack Your Zelle With Your Phone Number?

Yes, it is possible for someone to hack your Zelle account with your phone number if you use your phone number as a method of authentication for the Zelle app. This is possible due to a cyber threat known as a SIM-swapping attack. However, this shouldn’t be a cause for panic, as there are security measures you can take to prevent this from happening.