Category Archives: Security Breach

However well you take care of your own data, there will sometimes be cases where other people or companies make it possible for fraudsters to steal your identity. Here’s what to do about some high-profile security and data breaches.

ID fraudster used neighbours’ Facebook info to steal £35,000

Posted on August 26, 2011 by Malcolm Coles

An ID fraudster has gone to jail for 15 months after using his neighbours’ Facebook accounts to work out the answers to their banks’ security questions – and stealing more than £35,000 over two years. Neighbours targeted In a fraud … Continue reading →

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What to do if a website with your personal information is hacked

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Pete_Turner

your Experian credit report and alerts you to potential fraudulent activity via email or SMS Continue reading →

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For sale: the personal details of thousands of football fans

Posted on January 6, 2011 by James_Jones

Thousands of people who bought tickets to the World Cup in 2006 are at extra risk of identity fraud – in a case that highlights the international trade in people’s identities. The Information Commissioner’s Office is investigating claims that the personal details of England fans have been sold to fraudsters. Continue reading →

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