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8. Purchase new devices
If you’re purchasing a new device and disposing of an old one, wipe any data and reset it back to the factory default se ngs to make sure any personal informa on is removed and inaccessible to someone who might gain access to the device.
10. Check your insurance policies
In the event of a breach, Cernak recommends checking your homeowners’ or iden ty the insurance policies or contac ng your agent since the policies may help provide access to forensic and other experts who can help with the a ermath. In addi on, some level of indemni ca on coverage may be available for iden ty the or other e ects from the breach.
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9. Wipe your informa on
“When buying new devices, purchase those that are unopened and unreturned from retailers” cau oned Cernak. Some people will buy devices, infect them with a security aw or malicious code and then return them to the retailer. “Look at how the device is made, designed, and how it is used, and change the passwords when you connect them,” he added.