Savvy Senior: This is not a scam - Social Security needs you to update your account

Dear Savvy Senior,

I recently received an email that I needed to update my online Social Security account. Is this legit or is it a scam?

Suspicious Susan

Dear Susan,

The Social Security Administration did indeed send out a legitimate email last month to notify recipients that they are making changes to the way you access Social Security’s online services, including your personal “my Social Securi...