The Threat Landscape Has Evolved to Target Your Data, Not Just Your Devices

Here’s how cybercriminals are targeting your personal information -- and what you can do about it.

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Cyberattacks used to focus on corrupting your files and crashing your computer. Now, many cybercriminals look beyond just accessing your devices to stealing your personal data. They’re hunting for things like your name, email address, phone number and especially your financial information to use against you in many ways, from creating personalized scams to stealing your identity. These attacks can result in lost funds, damage to your credit or reputation and significant stress as you attempt to resolve the situation.

Understanding how this data is stolen -- from social engineering scams to adversary-in-the-middle attacks -- is essential if you want to safely navigate the web. We’ll walk you through today’s digital threat landscape and how to protect your data from various cyberattacks.

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