Identity Theft Warning Signs Extend Beyond Credit Reports, Experts Advise Vigilance
Identity theft warning signs are not limited to credit reports or bank statements, according to cybersecurity experts. Fraudulent activity can occur in less obvious places, such as phone and mobile-carrier accounts, utility services, buy now, pay later accounts, medical records, and government filings. Kurt 'CyberGuy' Knutsson advises individuals to regularly check eight key areas for unfamiliar activity, including new external bank connections, unrecognized inquiries on credit reports, unexpected orders on retail accounts, and changes to phone account PINs or devices. A sudden loss of cellular service, for instance, could signal a SIM swap, a common tactic used by identity thieves to gain access to other accounts.
