Identity theft is when a fraudster steals parts of your identity, such as your name, address and phone number, in order to commit identity fraud. It was the most prevalent type of fraud reported last year according to fraud prevention service, Cifas.
It can happen to anyone and scammers are now using artificial intelligence technology to scale their attacks. Our experts explain what you should do if you become a victim.
It can happen to anyone and scammers are now using artificial intelligence technology to scale their attacks. Our experts explain what you should do if you become a victim.
See the steps you should take
Source: Which? (17 Apr 2025)
