Best Of 2024: National Public Data (NPD) Breach: Essential Guide To Protecting Your Identity
Security Boulevard, Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
Following the publication of our in-depth analysis on the National Public Data (NPD) breach last week, Constella Intelligence received several inquiries about how to safeguard against identity attacks using the exposed SSNs.
The recent National Public Data (NPD) breach stands as the largest social security number (SSN) exposures in history. With 292 million individuals exposed, including 272 million SSNs, Constella verified that 138 million identities pose risk of Identity Attacks. It is crucial to understand the actual scope of the breach and take immediate steps to protect yourself from identity theft. This guide outlines proactive measures you can take to safeguard your identity from potential threats.