DoorDash confirms data breach, personal info stolen. Names, phone numbers, addresses, and emails compromised. No credit card or SSN data taken. Employee fell for “social engineering scam.” External firm and law enforcement assisting. Users notified where required. Experian warns of potential synthetic ID creation using stolen info, leading to fraud.

Experian advises monitoring credit reports for unusual activity. Limit liability by reporting fraud promptly. Up to $50 out of pocket for fraud reported within two days. Up to $500 if reported later. Freeze credit, check bank accounts, look for strange activity. Holiday fraud concerns include identity theft and stolen credit card data.

Gen Z willing to risk identity theft for deals. Top fraud concerns for consumers are identity theft and stolen credit card data. Sources of fraud include credit card use at retail stores, online shopping, and stolen mail during the holiday season. Fear of identity theft rises during the holidays. Real-time transaction alerts recommended as a last line of defense against fraud.

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