Data breaches in 2024 increased by 1,170% from the previous year, with names such as Ticketmaster, Advance Auto Parts, and Dell falling victim to cyberattacks. The Identity Theft Resource Center has warned that stolen personal data, including driver’s license data, could be used for identity verification, significantly increasing its value for hackers. The article also suggests steps to protect against data breaches, such as changing passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, and using personal data removal services.

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