Credit Karma Hack: What You Need to Know
What Happened?
On July 20, 2023, Credit Karma, a popular personal finance website, announced that it had been hacked. The hack exposed the personal information of an estimated 20 million users, including names, addresses, Social Security numbers, and dates of birth.
Credit Karma says that the hack was the result of a "sophisticated phishing attack" that tricked employees into giving up their login credentials. The company is still investigating the hack and has not yet released any further details.
What Information Was Stolen?
The following information was stolen in the Credit Karma hack:
- Names
- Addresses
- Social Security numbers
- Dates of birth
Credit Karma says that no financial information was stolen, such as credit card numbers or bank account numbers.
What Should You Do If You're Affected?
If you're a Credit Karma user, you should take the following steps:
- Change your password immediately.
- Monitor your credit report for any unauthorized activity.
- Consider placing a fraud alert on your credit file.
- Contact the Social Security Administration if your Social Security number was stolen.
You can also visit the Credit Karma website for more information on the hack and what you should do if you're affected.
What Is Credit Karma Doing to Help?
Credit Karma is taking the following steps to help users affected by the hack:
- Offering free credit monitoring services for one year.
- Reimbursing users for any expenses incurred as a result of the hack.
- Working with law enforcement to investigate the hack.
Credit Karma is also committed to improving its security measures to prevent future hacks.
Conclusion
The Credit Karma hack is a reminder that we all need to be vigilant about protecting our personal information. We should all use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and be careful about clicking on links in emails or text messages.
If you're concerned that your personal information has been stolen, you should take steps to protect yourself from identity theft. You can visit the Federal Trade Commission's website for more information on how to protect yourself from identity theft.
