Credit bureaus keep getting hacked. Protect yourself with 4 steps

Here is a 178-word summary of the news article: Credit bureau TransUnion recently reported a data breach that compromised personal information of 4.4 million individuals, including social security numbers, birthdates, and contact details. The breach was caused by a security flaw in Salesforce, a third-party vendor used by TransUnion. This incident is a reminder for consumers to take proactive steps to protect themselves from identity theft and fraud. Key recommendations include: 1. Freezing your credit reports with the three major bureaus (Experian, Equifax, TransUnion) and the smaller Innovis bureau to prevent new accounts from being opened in your name. 2. Regularly checking your credit reports for any suspicious activity and disputing any inaccuracies. 3. Obtaining an IRS identity protection PIN to block fraudulent tax returns. 4. Freezing your ChexSystems banking report to prevent misuse of your banking history. These measures can help safeguard your personal and financial information in the face of ongoing data breaches at credit bureaus and other companies.