Identity Theft

Which of the following is a preventive measure against identity theft?

• Sharing personal information online

• Using strong passwords

• Ignoring security updates

• Clicking on unknown links

What is the likely consequence of identity theft?

• Increased social media followers

• Financial loss

• More online friends

• Better online shopping deals

Identity thieves often try to steal your:

• Social Security number

• Favorite book

• Shoe size

• Height

An identity thief can use your name and information to:

• Get new credit cards

• Get a driver's license

• Buy a car

• None of the above

What can an identity thief do if they are arrested?

• Call a lawyer

• Pretend to be you

• Pay a fine

• None of the above

What might a thief do to get your account numbers or Social Security number?

• Steal your mail or garbage.

• Trick you into sending personal information in an email.

• Steal your account numbers from a business or medical office.

• Steal your wallet or purse.

How might a thief trick you into sending personal information?

• By sending you a fake email.

• By calling you on the phone.

• By meeting you in person.

• By sending you a letter.

What should you do if you see charges for things you did not buy?

• Ignore them

• Report them immediately

• Assume it's a mistake

• Wait for the next bill

What should you not tell anyone in a store?

• Your address

• Your phone number

• Your PIN number

• Your email

What should you do while keying your PIN into any machine?

• Look around

• Hide your PIN

• Ask for help

• Use your phone