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Intersections released the second edition of the Double Trouble ebook, that serves as a guide to identity theft prevention, including real-world scenarios where identity theft is common."Breaches continue to be a regular occurrence, and with that more consumers are exposed to the threats of identity theft. The best way to address this and any threat is through education, information and proactive vigilance. That has been a main focus of Intersections for well over a decade.
The ebook is a free resource available to consumers interested in learning more about how identity theft occurs and what can be done to proactively protect themselves," said Steve Schwartz, Intersections' Executive VP of Consumer Services.
As a sequel to the first Double Trouble, the second edition of the ebook aims to update consumers on the current threats and methods criminals are using to steal personal information.
With the onslaught of social media networks and platforms, consumers are finding themselves caught between a world where sharing personal information online is both necessary and detrimental. In the ebook, readers will learn important tips and tools to safely interact online.


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