Getting caught up in a personal data breach can be inconvenient — prompting you to change your passwords, alert your bank and keep a close eye on your accounts.

It can also be costly.

People in Washington lost millions of dollars in scams linked to breaches of personal data, according to an analysis by digital forensics company CNC Intelligence.

In fact, the Evergreen State had one of the highest loss rates in the country, per the company.

Exactly how much did Washington state residents lose — and what steps can you take to protect yourself from scammers?

Here’s what to know:

How much did Washington residents lose to data breach scams?

Washington residents lost a total of $55.4 million in 2024 to scams tied to personal data breaches, according to CNC Intelligence.

That amounts to n

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