Identity Theft Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. Note placed on your credit report that tells lenders to take extra steps to verify your identity.
  2. 3. Unsecured network you should avoid using for banking or shopping online.
  3. 4. Feature that shows where you are in real time, which you should usually turn off for safety.
  4. 5. Official document you file with law enforcement to record the identity theft.
  5. 9. Opening new credit cards or using existing cards without the real owner’s permission.
  6. 11. Tool that securely stores and creates strong, unique passwords for all your accounts.
  7. 12. Mixing real and fake information, like a real SSN with a fake name, to build a new fake identity.
  8. 15. When someone uses your personal information without permission to commit fraud or other crimes.
  9. 16. When someone uses your personal information without permission to commit fraud or other crimes.
  10. 18. To regularly check your accounts and credit for suspicious charges or new accounts.
  11. 19. Lock on your credit file that stops new accounts from being opened in your name.
Down
  1. 1. When someone uses your health insurance information to get medical care, prescriptions, or surgeries.
  2. 6. Machine that cuts paper into tiny pieces so thieves can’t read your documents.
  3. 7. Controls on social media that limit who can see your posts and personal details.
  4. 8. Extra security step that uses a code or app in addition to your password to log in.
  5. 10. When someone uses your Social Security number to file a fake tax return or claim your refund.
  6. 13. Taking out mortgages, car loans, or personal loans using another person’s identity.
  7. 14. Financial institution you must contact right away if your card or account is used without permission.
  8. 17. Using a locked mailbox and collecting mail quickly so it isn’t stolen.
  9. 20. Government agency you contact if someone uses your Social Security number for tax fraud.