Safety Alert sa-003 | Digital Safety Research Institute

Don't make identity theft easier than it already is...
Due to broadcasting restrictions, some sports events aren't available in certain regions leading fans to visit unofficial sites. While some sites are legitimate, many are not and carry significant risks. A recent study found that half the ads on "live sports streaming sites" were malicious.

To stay safe, follow these tips:

1

Only use Legitimate Services

2

Install a reputable ad blocker (PCMag Top 5)

3

Ensure your OS, antivirus, and anti-malware software are up-to-date

4

Be cautious and avoid clicking on any ads or pop-ups

A recent data leak contains 12 terabytes of information from numerous breaches, comprising 26 billion records. It includes user data from LinkedIn, Twitter, Weibo, Tencent, and other platforms, making it one of the largest ever discovered.

Follow the steps below to protect yourself

1

Watch this short video explaining how data breaches affect you. (1:48)

2

Identify breaches in which your data was compromised here.

3

Use a password manager to create and use randomly generated passwords for each of your accounts.
(PCMag - Best Password Managers 2024)

4

Seriously consider deleting accounts from companies that failed to protect your data and put your security at risk.

Hackers have stolen personal data from over 15.5 million people by exploiting a vulnerability in the MOVEit file transfer tool, a software solution used to manage and exchange sensitive files in industries such as finance, healthcare, and government. Stay vigilant and take steps to protect your personal information.

Solution/Resources

1

Call one of the three credit bureaus and place a fraud alert on your profile. The bureau you select will notify the other two bureaus.

Equifax: Call 1-800-349-9960
Experian: Call 1-888-397-3742
TransUnion: Call 1-888-909-8872

2

Visit creditreport.com and review your credit report for suspicious activity.

*A soft credit inquiry will NOT affect your credit profile.

Don't make identity theft easier than it already is...
Due to broadcasting restrictions, some sports events aren't available in certain regions leading fans to visit unofficial sites. While some sites are legitimate, many are not and carry significant risks. A recent study found that half the ads on "live sports streaming sites" were malicious.

To stay safe, follow these tips:

1

Only use Legitimate Services

2

Install a reputable ad blocker (PCMag Top 5)

3

Ensure your OS, antivirus, and anti-malware software are up-to-date

4

Be cautious and avoid clicking on any ads or pop-ups

A recent data leak contains 12 terabytes of information from numerous breaches, comprising 26 billion records. It includes user data from LinkedIn, Twitter, Weibo, Tencent, and other platforms, making it one of the largest ever discovered.

Follow the steps below to protect yourself

1

Watch this short video explaining how data breaches affect you. (1:48)

2

Identify breaches in which your data was compromised here.

3

Use a password manager to create and use randomly generated passwords for each of your accounts.
(PCMag - Best Password Managers 2024)

4

Seriously consider deleting accounts from companies that failed to protect your data and put your security at risk.

Hackers have stolen personal data from over 15.5 million people by exploiting a vulnerability in the MOVEit file transfer tool, a software solution used to manage and exchange sensitive files in industries such as finance, healthcare, and government. Stay vigilant and take steps to protect your personal information.

Solution/Resources

1

Call one of the three credit bureaus and place a fraud alert on your profile. The bureau you select will notify the other two bureaus.

Equifax: Call 1-800-349-9960
Experian: Call 1-888-397-3742
TransUnion: Call 1-888-909-8872

2

Visit creditreport.com and review your credit report for suspicious activity.

*A soft credit inquiry will NOT affect your credit profile.

Don't make identity theft easier than it already is...
Due to broadcasting restrictions, some sports events aren't available in certain regions leading fans to visit unofficial sites. While some sites are legitimate, many are not and carry significant risks. A recent study found that half the ads on "live sports streaming sites" were malicious.

To stay safe, follow these tips:

1

Only use Legitimate Services

2

Install a reputable ad blocker (PCMag Top 5)

3

Ensure your OS, antivirus, and anti-malware software are up-to-date

4

Be cautious and avoid clicking on any ads or pop-ups