Identity Theft and Scams Review Q's

What is identity theft?

• Identity theft is a legal way to assume someone else's identity.

• Identity theft is a harmless prank played on someone by stealing their personal information.

• Identity theft is a term used to describe when someone forgets their own identity.

• Identity theft is a crime where someone wrongfully obtains and uses another person's personal information.

Noah, Isla, and Ethan are discussing how to protect themselves from identity theft. They came up with several ideas. Can you help them identify the most comprehensive method?

• Noah suggests clicking on suspicious links in emails.

• Isla thinks using weak and easily guessable passwords is the way to go.

• Ethan suggests: 1. Safeguarding personal information such as social security number, bank account details, and passwords. 2. Using strong and unique passwords for online accounts. 3. Being cautious while sharing personal information online or over the phone. 4. Regularly monitoring bank and credit card statements for any suspicious activity. 5. Shredding important documents before disposing of them. 6. Using secure and updated antivirus software. 7. Being wary of phishing emails and scams. 8. Avoiding using public Wi-Fi for sensitive transactions. 9. Considering freezing credit reports to prevent unauthorized access. 10. Staying updated on the latest security practices and news.

• Noah also suggests sharing personal information freely online.

What are some common signs of a scam?

• text messages from official sources, requests for social media passwords, flawless grammar and spelling, safe links or attachments, and a feeling of indifference

• unsolicited emails or messages, requests for personal information, poor grammar or spelling, suspicious links or attachments, and a sense of urgency

• phone calls from legitimate organizations, requests for personal opinions, perfect grammar and spelling, secure links or attachments, and a sense of calm

• emails from known contacts, requests for financial information, professional grammar and spelling, trustworthy links or attachments, and a relaxed tone

How can someone avoid falling victim to a scam?

• Click on suspicious links and attachments; provide personal information when asked; use weak passwords.

• Ignore suspicious emails and links; visit any website without verifying its legitimacy; use the same password for all accounts.

• Open emails from unknown senders; click on any link or attachment; use simple and easily guessable passwords.

• Be cautious of suspicious emails, links, and attachments; verify website legitimacy; use strong passwords.

What is online shopping fraud?

• Scams that occur during in-person shopping

• Fraudulent activities during in-store shopping transactions

• Misleading advertisements during online shopping

• Fraudulent activities during online shopping transactions.

What are some red flags to look out for when shopping online?

• suspiciously low prices, unsecured payment methods, lack of customer reviews or ratings, unfamiliar or untrustworthy websites, and poor customer service

• high prices, unsecured payment methods, lack of customer reviews or ratings, unfamiliar or untrustworthy websites, and poor customer service

• low prices, secure payment methods, positive customer reviews or ratings, familiar and trustworthy websites, and excellent customer service

• high prices, secure payment methods, positive customer reviews or ratings, familiar and trustworthy websites, and excellent customer service

Imagine William, Scarlett, and Maya are planning to do some online shopping for the upcoming school event. What advice would you give them to protect themselves from online shopping fraud?

• Only shop on websites that have a lot of ads

• Share personal information freely with online sellers

• Use the same password for all online accounts

• Use secure and reputable websites, verify the seller's reputation, avoid sharing personal information, use strong and unique passwords, regularly monitor bank statements, and be cautious of suspicious emails or links.

What are social media scams?

• Fraudulent activities on social media platforms that deceive users into providing personal information or money.

• Social media accounts that are hacked and used to spread malware.

• Social media platforms that sell user data to third-party companies.

• Online advertisements that promote fake products or services.

What are some common types of social media scams?

• cat phishing scams, fake giveaways, romance scams, and identity theft scams

• investment scams

• email scams

• lottery scams

Harper, Nora, and Evelyn are having a debate on how to identify and avoid social media scams. Can you help them settle the debate?

• Harper suggests clicking on every link and message received

• Nora thinks sharing personal information freely is the way to go

• Evelyn recommends using weak and common passwords

• Or, they could all be cautious of suspicious links or messages, verify the authenticity of accounts and profiles, avoid sharing personal information, use strong and unique passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and regularly update privacy settings.