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Your data was in a breach. Now what?
What to do depends on what was exposed.
Breach notices are common. Most don't lead to fraud, but a few quick steps lower the risk, and they depend on what was exposed.
If it was
- A password: change it, everywhere you used it, and turn on two-step login
- A card number: ask the bank for a new card and watch statements
- A bank account number: tell the bank and turn on alerts
- Your Social Security number: freeze your credit and get an IRS Identity Protection PIN
Watch out for
Scammers send fake breach notices too. Use the company's official website rather than links in the notice.
General educational information, not legal advice. Dime Wisdom isn't paid by any bank, security company or government agency.