What is a Social Security Number and how do you “steal it”?

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Why do shows like to use the “Give me your Social Security Number” bit? If they give you the number will you be rich? Can you even access the account by just that number?

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The social security number is the de facto US national identification number, although it wasn’t designed for that purpose. Its often used as an authenticator, for example to set up a bank account. For that reason it can be used, along with other information or documents, to steal someone’s identity.

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