Can anyone access your Social Security number?
Can anyone access your Social Security number? A dishonest person who has your Social Security number can use it to get other personal information about you. Identity thieves can use your number and your good credit to apply for more credit in your name. We don't give your number to anyone, except when authorized by law. Who has access to Social Security? You can receive Social Security benefits based on your earnings record if you are age 62 or older, or disabled or blind and have enough work credits. Family members who qualify for benefits on your work record do...