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Change Your Passwords
The first step to protecting yourself in the event of your PSP being hacked is to change your passwords. That includes your PSP password and your PlayStation Network password. Keep in mind that if your PSP or PlayStation Network password is the same as any of your other accounts, such as your associated email account, you'll need to change those passwords as well because they may be compromised. When choosing a password, use a slightly different variation for each password to make it more difficult for someone to get into all of the accounts associated with your PSP.
Alert Your Bank
If your PSP's PlayStation Network account was linked to your bank account or credit card in any way, notify your bank of the breach. When you alert your bank of a possible identity theft, you'll have the opportunity to receive new debit and credit cards to void your old number. Your bank will also place a hold on your account that requires that you provide more information to access.
Notify Credit Bureaus
Identity theft can wreak havoc on your credit. Even if you catch fraud before it affects your credit, you'll still likely deal with weeks and months of tracking down fraudulent charges and disputing those charges with your bank. Instead, just notify one of the major credit reporting agencies -- Equifax, Experian or TransUnion -- and a note will be placed on your credit report that you're at high risk for fraud. This makes it easier to rectify fraudulent charges in the future.
Watch Your Account
The last step is to wait and watch your account. Keep an eye on your PlayStation Network account to identify any suspicious behavior, such as purchased games on your PSP that you never purchased, changed passwords or activity in your bank account. While Sony strives to protect PlayStation Network users after the April 2011 hack, there's always the possibility your PSP could be hacked again.