Pew: Personal Data Theft is Increasing
A new Pew survey suggests that the amount of personal data being stolen as a result of online activities is on the rise.
The first quarter has brought some scary news when it comes to the security of data. Between the Target hack and the Heartbleed bug, it seems that consumer data is more vulnerable than anyone is willing to admit.
According to Pew data released today, the number of people in the U.S. who have had their personal data, such as a credit card or social security number, stolen as a result of online activities has increased from 11 percent in 2013 to 18 percent in 2014.
WORK SMARTER - LEARN, GROW AND BE INSPIRED.
Subscribe today!
To Read the Full Story Become an Adweek+ Subscriber
Already a member? Sign in