A day doesn’t go by that we don’t hear about a serious “computer hack” and stolen sensitive information from some business, governing entity or individual. This rampant identity theft is an epidemic that defies solutions.
When so-called computer experts are queried as to what can be done to resolve the problem, their answer is generally: “It’s difficult but we’re getting better at it.”
Really? Tell that to the two local companies that not only experienced a near total information invasion but had to pay millions in ransom to free up their computer systems so they could conduct business again.
Everyone knows that these criminals are going to attack computer systems every day. Why not? They’re making millions.
I’m no expert but why can’t our brilliant computer gurus invent an attack system to destroy these hackers?
Yes, it’s simplified question. The real question is what can we do to protect ourselves from being hacked? There are some actions we can take.
One is to check all your accounts daily. You would be surprised how many people don’t do this.
Not just your credit cards but your checking, investment accounts. Doing this, I was able to detect fraudulent use of two of my credit cards. They were sneaky too. They charged a meager amount from $5.99 to $19.99 on a purchase that I did not authorize.
I immediately contacted the credit card companies and closed my accounts forthwith (and yes they credited my accounts). I have also had one of my accounts hacked three times over the past year.
Other actions you can take is to pay for identity theft protection. Perhaps your credit card issuers offer similar protection.
One thing I know is we will never be able to depend upon our governing to protect you. Hell, they can’t protect themselves! The responsibility rests solely with us!
