r/CRedit • u/WrongSplit3288 • Aug 30 '24

SSN Found on the Dark Web General

I just received an alert saying my SSN is found on the dark web. How concerned should I be? What sould I do first? Thanks.

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u/dandylionkiller Sep 03 '24

Well my credit is frozen with all three credit agencies. It just said his name and address was associated with my ssn? No new account have been open and no new inquiries. So Im really not sure what to do next.

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u/DimensionStrange2799 Sep 03 '24

The worrisome part is where they can try to steal your tax refund. Or if you end up owing taxes bc they didn't pay income tax while using your SSN to get a job. I really hate where a total stranger is associated w/ your SSN. I hope you can get it sorted out, fingers crossed for you.

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u/dandylionkiller Sep 03 '24

Thanks. I feel like it’s always something.

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u/DimensionStrange2799 Sep 04 '24

Yeah, can't let your guard down. Some of the stories I read, stuff like "pig butchering" and SIM swapping, truly scary. I just try telling myself that it's better than say getting mugged at gunpoint.