identity theft
noun
: the illegal use of someone else's personal information (such as a Social Security number) especially in order to obtain money or credit
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Worried about identity theft, infuriated by adverts or just want to stay safe online?
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Chris McMullen, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025
The county said CodeRED has reported there is no evidence that any user information has been used to carry out identity theft or fraud.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 25 Nov. 2025
The best services look for identity theft, fraud and data breaches.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2025
In total, 50 felony charges have been filed in connection with the case, including enterprise corruption, grand larceny, identity theft, robbery and conspiracy, according to the Suffolk County Prosecutor's Office.
—ABC News, 24 Nov. 2025
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Chris McMullen, Space.com, 28 Nov. 2025
The county said CodeRED has reported there is no evidence that any user information has been used to carry out identity theft or fraud.
—Kristi Miller, Twin Cities, 25 Nov. 2025
The best services look for identity theft, fraud and data breaches.
—Andreina Rodriguez, CNBC, 25 Nov. 2025
In total, 50 felony charges have been filed in connection with the case, including enterprise corruption, grand larceny, identity theft, robbery and conspiracy, according to the Suffolk County Prosecutor's Office.
—ABC News, 24 Nov. 2025
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“Identity theft.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/identity%20theft. Accessed 5 Dec. 2025.
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