Personal Identifiable Information (PII)

PII includes any information that can identify you, such as your name, Social Security number, credit card details, or bank account information. If stolen, this data can be used for identity theft, leading to financial loss and credit damage. Identity thieves obtain PII through various methods:

• Stealing wallets or mail.
• Exploiting data breaches where hackers access company records.
• Using phishing scams to trick individuals into sharing sensitive details.

Consequences of identity theft include fraudulent purchases, drained bank accounts, and difficulty obtaining loans or credit cards.