Identity Fraud Awareness Quiz
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Which of the following is NOT a common way that identity thieves get hold of your data?

  • Physical appearances (correct)
  • Unsecure browsing
  • Data breaches
  • Dark web marketplaces

    • What kind of information can be stolen in identity theft?

  • Name and address
  • Social Security number
  • Account numbers for credit cards, bank accounts, or medical insurance
  • All of the above (correct)

    • What is a data breach?

  • When someone gains access to an organization's data without authorization (correct)
  • When someone physically steals your personal information
  • When someone impersonates you
  • When someone shares your personal information on the dark web

    • Which of the following is NOT a recommended action to protect your information when shopping online?

    <p>Responding to emails or messages that ask for personal information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you suspect identity fraud?

    <p>Create a Personal Recovery Plan</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recommended action to protect your information at home?

    <p>Entering personal information on a public computer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of placing a fraud alert on your credit reports?

    <p>To order copies of your credit reports</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method used by identity thieves to steal personal information?

    <p>Data breach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of identity fraud?

    <p>Denial of public benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a way to protect your personal information and lower your risk of identity theft?

    <p>Sharing personal information on social media</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can an identity thief do if they gain access to your credit card information?

    <p>Make unauthorized purchases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common type of information stolen in data breaches?

    <p>Physical appearance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of identity fraud?

    <p>Damage to credit score</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of placing a fraud alert on your credit reports?

    <p>To lower the risk of identity theft</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of credit card theft?

    <p>Harassment by debt collectors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method used by identity thieves to steal personal information?

    <p>Data breach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a skimming device used for by identity thieves?

    <p>Stealing data from credit cards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can an identity thief do if they gain access to your personal information?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a recommended action to protect your information when shopping online?

    <p>Using passwords that are easy to guess</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one potential consequence of identity fraud?

    <p>Having your bank account frozen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of placing a fraud alert on your credit reports?

    <p>To alert creditors to verify your identity before opening new accounts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do if you suspect identity fraud?

    <p>Order copies of your credit reports</p> Signup and view all the answers

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