Social Security scammers now use local area codes to appear legitimate, while sophisticated email scams trick victims into clicking malicious links. FTC warns of rising losses.

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The thief will typically want a payment from you to reactivate your Social Security number. "Victims have reported being told they can make payments via wire transfers or gift cards," Schaffer says.

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