Discovering that yet another company has suffered a data breach, such as the recent hack that allegedly exposed the Social ...

Another way to protect your Social Security number is by "freezing" your credit reports with Transunion, Equifax and Experian. If someone tries to use your number to open a credit card or get a ...

I should know, as I have been a victim of identity theft myself. Someone used my Social Security number to obtain a cellphone with a major carrier. Among other measures I took, I had to go to the ...

However, there are things you can do to keep your Social Security number safe and limit the risk that a stolen number can be used against you. Here's what to consider when keeping your Social ...