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Child identity theft can go undetected for years. Here’s what you can do now to help protect your child.

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Are you guilty of “sharenting” — oversharing details about your child’s life on social media, like a birthday, pet’s name, school name, or photos of where they live or spend time? It may seem harmless, but those details and proud moments can help cybercriminals answer security questions, build a pro…

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    Child identity theft can go undetected for years. Here’s what you can do now to help protect your child. (opens Local News 8)

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    Are you guilty of “sharenting” — oversharing details about your child’s life on social media, like a birthday, pet’s name, school name, or photos of where they live or spend time? It may seem harmless, but those details and proud moments can help cybercriminals answer security questions, build a pro…

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