11/10/2026
From the IRS, Oct 2: It's Cybersecurity Awareness Month β and the IRS is reminding us that simple habits are the best defense for your tax data. Are your passwords strong and unique? Is multifactor authentication on? Is your software up to date?
The IRS checklist: strong, unique passwords (consider a password manager), multifactor authentication wherever it's available, automatic software updates, secure storage of tax records, and avoiding public Wi-Fi for financial accounts. And watch for scams β the IRS never demands immediate payment or threatens arrest, and it contacts you first by mail.
Ask Atlas which steps fit your situation β and ask about an Identity Protection PIN, a six-digit number that helps stop someone else from filing with your Social Security number.
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Educational only β not tax, legal, or financial advice for your specific situation.