How Identity Theft Might Happen Thru Social Networking Sites

I am sure we all know what it takes to sign up on one of the social networking sites.  They ask for too much information.  The more information out there, the more at risk you are of getting your identity stolen.

Here are some reasons that can make you more susceptible to the enemy:

*  Low or no privacy settings
*  Connecting with any or everyone (hard to figure out the good guy from the bad guy)
*  Downloading free apps to use on your profile
*  Sharing your password or profile information (TMI)
*  Participating in quizzes, divulging more information (questions like "How do you know me")
*  Clicking on links that others send you (doesn't matter if you know them or not...don't click)
*  Falling for a phishing scam (example-you get an email that says to please update your social networking profile) (that's a no no)
*  Not keeping your anti-virus and security software up to date (or even not having any at all)

Don't take the chance.  One mans unintended is another mans fortune.  They are out there everywhere just waiting for the opportunity to steal your identity.  Don't hand them the opportunity on a silver platter.  Be smarter than that.