You might think retirement is too far away to think about social security. But, please believe me, take the time to lock down your online account as securely as you are able. Scammers got into mine a few years ago and it took a lot of time and effort to get it straightened out.
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/09/business/social-security-scams.html?unlocked_article_code=1.bU0.dZMa.8R9dROLMVW-4&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare
How Fraudsters Break Into Social Security Accounts and Steal Benefits

Thousands of people receiving Social Security benefits have had their money diverted into criminal accounts. Here’s what to know.

The New York Times