Online Scams

Phictionary is a dictionary to help spot the tell-tale signs of phishing attacks. Keep this checklist close by downloading the entire guide below. 

Learn tips to keep your personal information and online data safer as America plans for life after the COVID-19 shutdowns.

Clone phishing is a technique that scammers use to steal your information. Our guide describes how it works, gives examples, and teaches you how to prevent it.

Are you active on social media? You could be a target for social media phishing attacks designed to steal your private information.

Email scammers used to rely above all on the good faith of their victims – now they’re turning to much more ruthless methods.

Electronic signature service DocuSign has warned consumers about new phishing campaigns. Here’s help in avoiding scams.

This is the story of Ann and Biff, a journey through the sinister world of romance scams. Learn how the art of criminal seduction works.

Online job scams are a way for scammers to gain access to either your money or your bank account or credit cards.

COVID-19 vaccines bring hope, but scammers are looking to cash in. Here’s what you need to know.

Scammers sometimes use typosquatting to trick you into giving up personal information or visiting malware-infested websites. Here’s how it works.

Puppy scams have proliferated during the COVID-19 era. Learn how to help avoid pet disasters during the pandemic.

Nobody likes being manipulated—and that’s exactly what happens to people when they fall victim to social engineering scams online. In addition to using more sophisticated malware, ransomware, and viruses, online criminals have become increasingly aware of the use and power psychology plays in weaving believable online fiction.

Online dating scams cost Australians millions. You can help protect yourself by learning how online dating scams work.

Today’s cybercriminals are more creative than ever, using continually-evolving techniques to worm their way into the computers (and wallets) of unsuspecting victims around the globe.

A tech support scam is a form of Internet fraud that is currently gaining momentum on the Internet. The scam implements social engineering and fear tactics in order to get the victim to take the bait.

Ransomware is a form of malware that allows cybercriminals to hold your PC, or files on it, for ransom. This is typically much worse than your average spyware or spam, as the crooks behind the ransomware can ask for a great deal of money.

Constant connectivity to the Internet has improved our lives by leaps and bounds. From booking dinner reservations and buying movie tickets to keeping in touch with long-distance friends and finding the perfect gifts, the web offers a wealth of information.

If you receive a suspicious email claiming to be from the ATO and featuring a Norton logo, please do not click any links, open attachments or respond to the sender. Forward the entire email to the Australian Taxation Office via ReportEmailFraud@ato.gov.au

Surfing the Internet means possible exposure to online scams. Learn the basics to teach your kids to avoid scams online.

You can avoid being scammed by phishing attacks. Here’s how.

More than six million Australians fell victim to cybercrime in 2017. Learn how and how can we protect ourselves and our families

Don’t let cybercriminals stop you from taking advantage of end of year deals. Learn simple safety tips to help shop safely.

EOFY usually means organising tax returns for most working Aussies, but also means the chances of being targeted by cybercrime is higher with a lot more personal information being shared digitally. Learn how cybercrime could affect you at tax time, and our top tips to stay safer at tax time.

Hunting for a new job? Beware of job-posting scams. Here’s how to identify fake job postings and what to do if you fall victim to one.

Scammers are using phishing emails to profit from the coronavirus outbreak. Learn how to help avoid getting scammed.

Electronic signature service DocuSign has warned consumers about new phishing campaigns. Here’s help in avoiding scams.

Thanks to the Internet, booking travel online is simple. But as your ideas of a spring break or summer vacation take shape, remember to be cautious when making reservations online.

With copycat apps growing on official app stores, it’s harder than ever to know whether an app you’re downloading is genuine.

People are spending more time playing online video games due to lockdowns and the coronavirus. Watch out for these scams.