TECHNOLOGYS ETHICAL LEGAL PRIVACY ISSUES
USING PRIVACY SETTINGS IN SOCIAL MEDIA
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Question
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Which of the below are possible consequences of identity theft?
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Someone could apply for credit cards or loans in your name.
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You would no longer be able to be you.
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Someone could create false identification documents using your private information.
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Someone could give you a lot of money.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Fraudsters can open new accounts, credit cards, and loans in your name. You can lose your health care benefits (i.e., medical identity theft). Hackers can “own” your email and other accounts (account takeovers). You’ll have to repair your credit score.
Detailed explanation-2: -Explain that someone stole your identity and ask them to close or freeze the compromised account. Contact any of the three credit reporting agencies and ask that a free fraud alert be placed on your credit report. Also ask for a free credit report.
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