Every year, as the holiday season approaches, we hear the warning: “It’s the season for cybercrime!” While it might sound like a cliché, there’s a very good reason this reminder is repeated. The end of the year is when cybercriminals ramp up their efforts, knowing that businesses and individuals are busy, distracted, and more likely to let their guard down.
“Just because you’re paranoid doesn't mean they’re not really after you,” is a phrase my dad used to say. As a victim of identity theft, it’s become a vital principle in my life – at least when it comes to my personal information.
