Cyber Security

Whether frequenting your favorite stores or escaping the crowds by shopping online, scammers are on the lookout for unsuspecting customers.

Lots of services let you make in-store purchases with phones, but are they right for you?

While it’s hard to differential the real from the bogus reviews, experts say there are telltale signs to look out for.

You've heard about data thieves, but have you wondered what they do with it once it's stolen? 

Data breaches are becoming increasingly common--and experts don't expect that trend to end anytime soon. Here's what consumers face this year when it comes to protecting their identity. 

A massive theft of credit card data from Target's U.S. stores may have impacted 40 million accounts, one of the largest security breaches ever reported.

A massive theft of credit card data from Target's U.S. stores may have impacted 40 million accounts, one of the largest security breaches ever reported.

When your card data may have been stolen by hackers in a data breach, it's no time to panic, but do be vigilant and ready to take action if unauthorized charges show up.

When your card data may have been stolen by hackers in a data breach, it's no time to panic, but do be vigilant and ready to take action if unauthorized charges show up.

You know that little padlock in the corner of your web browser? Turns out your connection may not have been so secure, so it's time to change your passwords.

A move to strip Social Security numbers from military IDs is underway, but millions of old cards will leave soldiers vulnerable to ID thieves for years to come.

Divorce can wreak havoc on your finances, especially when a former spouse racked up a lot of debt during the marriage. 

Here are two simple rules to follow when developing hacker-proof passwords. 

You have more control over identity theft than you think you do.

It's become the norm for school districts to turn over sensitive student data to outside "cloud computing" companies, a practice that has ignited concerns about student privacy.

When identity fraud victims know their imposters, it can tear through both  relationships and financial well-being.

If a phisher reeled in or bought information of yours – like emails, addresses or phone numbers -- compromised in the Heartbleed hack, what should you watch for? 

After having your identity stolen, one of the biggest problems you’re likely to face is having trouble getting new loans or credit cards, because the thief has damaged your credit score.

Even with nonstop social networking, 20-somethings can use these tips to avoid ID fraud.

Identity thieves are following the money when it comes to selecting their next victim. Here's why the wealthy can be easy targets with big paydays.