Data Breach Exposes Social Security Numbers in U.S., Canada, U.K.

A significant data breach has exposed Social Security numbers and physical addresses, potentially affecting individuals in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. This breach raises concerns about identity theft, as malicious actors could use the stolen information to open new lines of credit or impersonate individuals. Experts, including Bill Budington from the Electronic Frontier Foundation and a Utah data security instructor, recommend taking precautions such as freezing credit lines to mitigate potential risks. Freezing credit is a free and effective measure to prevent identity thieves from opening new accounts in your name. It can be done easily through the major credit bureaus: Experian, Equifax, and TransUnion.