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Hackers probably stole your Social Security number

Today, Explained

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Freezing Your Credit: A Simple Step to Protect Yourself

This chapter covers the importance and benefits of freezing credit files to protect against identity theft after a social security number compromise. It provides a step-by-step guide on how to freeze accounts with major credit bureaus, highlighting recent legal changes that have made the process easier and free for consumers.

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