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Is this a scam?
Primrose
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An acquaintance has received a letter from Equifax telling her that her personal data has been accessed and attaching information of people to contact like Action Fraud UK Finance CardWatch) National Crime Agency. I Haven't seen the letter but she's getting the impression they want her to join up to Cifas Protective Registration.
Is this a scam? How do companies like Equifax know that personal data has been accessed unless the affected person specifically tells them? Do banks inform credit agencies like tEquifax if they have experienced a data breach? I don't know how best to advise her.
Is this a scam? How do companies like Equifax know that personal data has been accessed unless the affected person specifically tells them? Do banks inform credit agencies like tEquifax if they have experienced a data breach? I don't know how best to advise her.
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You may not have seen the recent news about Equifax and their less than watertight security.0
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No it’s not a scam. It’s serious.2.88 kWp System, SE Facing, 30 Degree Pitch, 12 x 240W Conergy Panels, Samil Solar River Inverter, Havant, Hampshire. Installed July 2012, acquired by me on purchase of house in August 20170
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