what is a data breach? It may have just cost you your identity and your bank account
Stop what you're doing and check your credit report right now. A massive data breach just leaked millions of Americans' Social Security numbers, addresses, and even health records onto the dark web. For you, the consumer, this isn't just a tech glitch—it's a direct threat to your wallet. What is a data breach? It's when hackers steal your personal info to open credit cards, take out loans, or drain your bank account in your name. Expect to spend hours on the phone with banks and credit bureaus, and brace for potential fees to freeze your credit. Experts say you should immediately change every password and enable two-factor authentication on your accounts, or risk paying the price later.