FRAUD GLOSSARY

When it comes to protecting yourself from fraud and identity theft, it's important to know the latest lingo. Our glossary will familiarize you with the terminology used by the federal government and technology industry to help you secure your computer and protect your personal information.

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Spam Spam Zombies Spammer Spoofing Spyware

Spyware A software program that may be installed on your computer without your consent to monitor your use, send pop-up ads, redirect your computer to certain websites, or record keystrokes, which could lead to identity theft.

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