October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month — a reminder that cybercrime impacts everyone, from major corporations to everyday individuals.
With the cost of these crimes expected to rise by nearly 175% since five years ago, protecting your personal information is more important than ever. Two simple but powerful steps can help: first, freeze your credit to prevent criminals from opening new accounts in your name; and second, use a password manager to create and securely store strong, unique passwords for all your accounts.
While no single action can guarantee total security, these practical measures can go a long way toward keeping your financial and personal data safe.