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Identity Theft
Threats
Someone uses your personal info to pretend to be you.
Definition
Identity theft is when someone uses your personal data (name, address, ID numbers) to open accounts, steal money, or commit fraud in your name.
In plain English
Someone uses your personal info to pretend to be you.
Why this matters
Why it matters: It can cause financial loss and long-term problems, even after the original breach is fixed.
Example
Example: A criminal uses leaked data to open a credit account in your name.