Identity Theft, Data Privacy and Cyber Security | Mass.gov

Learn about the cyber security threats, scams and data breaches that put your identity and finances at risk. Experienced a data breach within your business? Report it here.

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What you need to know about cyber security

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What is identity theft

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Protecting Your Privacy

Video: Mass Data Security Law and Regulation

201 CMR 17: Standards for the protection of personal information of residents of the Commonwealth

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding 201 CMR 17.00 (PDF 53.51 KB)

201 CMR 17.00 COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST (PDF 53.51 KB)

A Consumer's Checklist for Handling Identity Theft (PDF 66.52 KB)

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