Scams stories
Most New Zealanders are unaware of common cyber security risks while working from home, according to the latest Unisys Security Index.
New Zealand telecoms sector warns customers of a scam text message asking them to click on a link or download an app for delivery information.
The number of cybersecurity incidents in the second quarter of 2021 has risen to more than 1,350, accounting for $3.9 million in direct financial losses.
According to Avast, many New Zealanders are exposing themselves to unnecessary online risks and cyber threats through careless digital practices.
Over 150 scam apps that trick users into costly subscriptions have been discovered by Avast, including ones on the Google Play Store.
Tech support scams are the top phishing threat to consumers, according to a report by NortonLifeLock's global research team.
Phishing attacks exploiting COVID-19 vaccine certificates are on the rise, with scammers impersonating national health services.
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Consumers think banks, retailers and mobile operators need to do more to protect them and their personal information from fraudsters.
DDoS attacks have decreased by 38.8% compared to Q2 2020, with China leading in SSH attacks but losing ground overall, says Kaspersky.
Cybercriminals are exploiting Olympic Games fans with online fraud schemes, including phishing pages and fake tickets, warns Kaspersky.
These scams are specifically designed to trick unsuspecting consumers to share personal information or engage in behaviour that puts their privacy at risk.
1 in 6 online daters have fallen victim to doxing, a new study finds. Personal data exposure on dating platforms remains a concern for users.
Tactics used by fraudsters to victimise users online have evolved over time, from pure cold calling to more sophisticated ploys.
More than half of consumers lose trust in organisations after receiving scam messages, according to a global study from Callsign.
Phishing remains the top cyber threat to consumers, with scams related to the pandemic also on the rise, says NortonLifeLock research.
Scams make up 56% of all online fraud attacks, according to new research from cyber intelligence company Group-IB.
Tessian warns of growing trend of SMS scams targeting meal kit delivery companies, as COVID-19 lockdowns increase their usage.
Most attempts by organisations to educate customers about fraud are ineffective, says new research from Callsign.
Over a third of New Zealanders have been victims of cybercrime, with an estimated loss of NZD$198 million, according to a new report.
