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Safeguarding Those Who Served: Cybersecurity Challenges for Veterans
- Veterans possess a wealth of sensitive information tied to their military service, creating significant cybersecurity challenges for them in today's digital age.
- Phishing scams, military identity theft, and selling sensitive information on the dark web are significant threats faced by veterans.
- To combat these threats, veterans must adopt robust cybersecurity awareness and practices.
- Veterans should avoid sharing specific details about military service, deployments, or personal schedules on social media, create and store secure passwords, watch out for phishing attempts, and enable multi-factor authentication.
- They must also keep a close eye on bank statements, credit reports, and VA benefits statements for any unauthorized activity, inform family members about cybersecurity practices, and invest in identity theft protection for peace of mind.
- If veterans suspect they've been exposed to identity theft, they should take immediate steps to protect themselves, such as contacting a major credit bureau, notifying their commanding officer if they're an active-duty service member, and filing a police report.
- They should also report identity theft to the FTC, regularly monitor their accounts, and seek support and counseling.
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