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	Podcast:		Digital Detectives
	Episode:		A Breach of Trust: The Aftermath of the Equifax Hack
	Category:		Technology
	Duration:		00:30:42
	Publish Date:		2017-10-24 11:02:51
	Description:		As many as 143 million Americans were left vulnerable by the Equifax breach when hackers accessed personal information like names, addresses, and even social security numbers. In this episode of Digital Detectives, hosts Sharon Nelson and John Simek discuss the Equifax breach including who was affected, the resulting lawsuits, and whether or not the hack was preventable. They also explain the difference between locking and freezing your credit and why taking action to protect yourself is important but complicated. Special thanks to our sponsors, PInow and SiteLock.
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