Glossary Category: Identity Theft Types

The unauthorized use of someone’s personal information, such as their name, Social Security number, or financial accounts, to commit fraud.

A sophisticated form of fraud where criminals create a fake identity by combining real and fabricated personal information.

Using someone else’s stolen identity or insurance information to obtain medical services, prescriptions, or submit fraudulent insurance claims.

Filing a fraudulent tax return using someone else’s stolen Social Security number to claim a refund.

The fraudulent use of a minor’s personal information, particularly their Social Security number, to commit identity theft.

When a criminal gains unauthorized access to an existing financial or online account and uses it for fraudulent purposes.

When a criminal redirects a victim’s mail to a different address in order to intercept sensitive documents and personal information.