What happens when someone steals your identity?
These are the tricks and tactics cybercriminals and fraudsters use to steal identities online......»»
After appeal to Musk, X suspends accounts that outed neo-Nazi cartoonist
Researchers, journalists are blocked from sharing the alleged identity of Stonetoss. Enlarge (credit: iStock/Getty Images) X has locked and suspended the accounts of journalists and researchers who shared the alleged ide.....»»
Kurdish uprisings have led to new ways for communities to claim Kurdish identity, study shows
Kurdish uprisings have become a way for people to assert their identity and challenge their historical and structural erasure in modern Iran, a new study shows......»»
Regula 4205D updates help border control authorities fight identity document fraud
The International Organization for Migration reports that the migrant flow has been steadily rising, with the numbers swelling from 153 million in 1995 to 281 million in 2022. Concurrently, the quality of counterfeit documents keeps advancing. Under.....»»
Why charities focused on the money, not the mission, should listen up
Nonprofit organizations (NPOs) have distinct identities: Some are more motivated by mission, others by money. Now, new research from Rutgers University–New Brunswick finds these preferences can affect an NPO's identity, particularly how receptive i.....»»
Regula updates Document Reader SDK to reduce the risk of identity theft
Liveness detection, both for individuals and their IDs, has become a cornerstone for a secure customer onboarding process. It is especially crucial in remote scenarios where document submission and verification are done via the Internet. With 65% of.....»»
Major shifts in identity, ransomware, and critical infrastructure threat trends
In this Help Net Security video, Michelle Alvarez, Strategic Threat Analysis Manager at IBM X-Force, discusses the 2024 X-Force Threat Intelligence Index, revealing top threats and trends the team observed last year across its global engagements and.....»»
Identity fraud is more sophisticated and widespread. Here"s how dealers can fight back
As cases of fraud rise, dealers are getting burned more often......»»
Pathlock CAC helps SAP customers comply with regulations
Pathlock intorduced its SAP application and data security product suite, Cybersecurity Application Controls (CAC). The release is part of Pathlock’s vision to help SAP customers establish a zero-risk approach to identity and application access.....»»
Degree of cell crowding in the early human embryo influences cell identity decision, new culture system finds
Research conducted by Dr. Shota Nakanoh in a collaboration between Dr. Teresa Rayon's lab at the Institute and Professor Ludovic Vallier's lab at the Wellcome-MRC Cambridge Stem Cell Institute has determined that the degree of cell crowding in the ea.....»»
The best VPNs in March 2024
The best VPNs for streaming and cybersecurity, including popular services like ExpressVPN, CyberGhost VPN, and NordVPN. VPNs are powerful security tools that can protect your identity and data, bypass online restrictions to access content, and.....»»
How organizations can navigate identity security risks in 2024
Managing IAM challenges in hybrid IT environments requires a holistic approach, integrating solutions and automating processes to ensure effective access controls and operational efficiency. In this Help Net Security interview, Deepak Taneja, CEO of.....»»
How to change your location on iPhone
It’s never been more important to protect yourself and your family online. Fortunately, Surfshark makes that effortless with an all-in-one app that delivers a secure and fast VPN as well as protection for your devices and identity. Read along for h.....»»
Beyond Identity Device360 identifies device security risks
Beyond Identity released a new Device360 solution for continuous device security posture management. Device360 is the device security tool designed from day 0 to offer a simple admin experience, provide visibility into security posture of 100% of dev.....»»
Alleged Raccoon Infostealer operator extradited, verification site set up for victims
A Ukrainian national was extradited to the United States from the Netherlands after being indicted for crimes related to fraud, money laundering, and aggravated identity theft. According to court documents, Mark Sokolovsky conspired to operate the Ra.....»»
Why identity fraud costs organizations millions
92% of respondents to a recent report shared that their organization had been a victim of identity fraud, costing an average of $4.3 million over the last 12 months. Even so, only 40% stated identity verification as a top identity challenge, noting t.....»»
How decentralized identity is shaping the future of data protection
In this Help Net Security interview, Patrick Harding, Chief Architect at Ping Identity, discusses the promises and implications of decentralized identity (DCI) in cybersecurity. By redistributing identity management responsibilities among issuers, ho.....»»
What does Lake Washington"s warming mean for its future?
The region's cold, watery heart is nestled between Seattle and the Eastside. It uniquely supports two major roadways atop floating bridges, has offered beachgoers a summertime respite for decades and is central to the identity of the Seattle area's c.....»»
iOS users beware: GoldPickaxe trojan steals your facial data
Group-IB uncovered a new iOS trojan designed to steal users’ facial recognition data, identity documents, and intercept SMS. The trojan, dubbed GoldPickaxe.iOS by Group-IB’s Threat Intelligence unit, has been attributed to a Chinese-speaking thre.....»»
Lyft"s safety feature for women and nonbinary riders is now available nationwide
First announced last year, Lyft is expanding an in-app safety preference for women and nonbinary riders seeking drivers of the same gender identity. Lyft's pledge to protect women and nonbinary riders will be tested nationwide today (Feb. 13),.....»»
Sumsub Deepfake Detection combats AI-driven identity fraud
Sumsub has launched a Deepfake Detection feature integrated into its Video Identification solution. This comes as AI-powered fraud increasingly targets businesses, not just individual users. Sumsub’s 2023 Identity Fraud Report revealed a 10x in.....»»