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

What kind of information can be stolen in identity theft?

All of the above

What is a data breach?

When someone gains access to an organization's data without authorization

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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