PII: Physical Address

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A physical address you use or have used was included within the data exposed through this breach event.


Potential Risks

Physical addresses are considered low risk identity attributes, however in combination with other attributes (such as address and phone number) scammers engaging you may appear more legitimate.

Reports made to IDCARE of cyber criminals utilising addresses in physical attacks is very low.


Recommendations

Do not interact or believe callers claiming legitimacy because they know your address.

Do not click links or download applications from suspicious emails or text messages.

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