FYI you can (theoretically) setup a "Fraud Alert" which is free, and lasts for 90 days. I set this up shortly after the news broke, however failed to enroll my wife as their (all 3) phone systems were f*cked.
I assure you, your SSN, and date of birth are unlikely to change in the next 90 days.
Uh what now? I'm not following...
I think vkou is implying you need to do this every 90 days (which from my understanding, is what Life Lock does).
He's saying after the 90 days is up, you'll still be vulnerable (because your SSN/DOB won't change). Better to just freeze indefinitely and lift when necessary unless you know you're going to be opening a new account soon.
I get that - I was just sharing the information about a Fraud Alert, which unlike a "freeze" is free and allows you to still apply for credit without lifting the alert.