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Help protect yourself from scams on Facebook Marketplace
There are scammers pretending to sell and buy across digital marketplaces. Learn how to spot common Facebook Marketplace scams so you can avoid them.
Published: June 17, 2024 ·9 min read
Clone phishing: What it is and how to prevent it
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.
Updated: March 23, 2024 ·10 min read
Romance scams in 2024: What you need to know + online dating scam statistics
Romance scams are continually evolving. To learn more about them, pore over these online dating scam statistics, plus tips to help you stay safe in 2023.
Published: January 31, 2024 ·2 min read
18 Facebook Marketplace scams to avoid in 2024
Learn about the most common Facebook Marketplaces scams to avoid in 2024 and how to protect yourself from getting scammed on Facebook.
Published: January 24, 2024 ·15 min
5 common Tinder scams to avoid in 2024
Follow this guide to learn more about common Tinder scams, their warning signs, how you can help stay safe, and what to do if you're affected by a scam.
Published: January 23, 2024 ·4 min read
13 WhatsApp scams to know and avoid in 2024
Watch out for WhatsApp scams while you chat with family and friends online. Learn about common WhatsApp scams and how to avoid them.
Published: December 22, 2023 ·11 min
Phictionary – the phishing dictionary every digital citizen should read
Phictionary is a guide to phishing attacks with a dictionary twist that exposes real-life examples of scams to help people proactively identify fraudulent communications.
Published: July 11, 2023 ·3 min
After coronavirus lockdowns: 5 tips to help boost your cyber safety
Learn tips to keep your personal information and online data safer as America plans for life after the COVID-19 shutdowns.
Published: January 25, 2023 ·3 min read
New study finds 8 social media phishing attacks
Are you active on social media? You could be a target for social media phishing attacks designed to steal your private information.
Published: July 26, 2022 ·3 min read
Scamming 2022 style: The email trap
Email scammers used to rely above all on the good faith of their victims – now they’re turning to much more ruthless methods.
Published: April 21, 2022 ·4 min read
DocuSign phishing emails: 4 signs of an attack, and how to protect yourself
Electronic signature service DocuSign has warned consumers about new phishing campaigns. Here’s help in avoiding scams.
Published: March 03, 2022 ·4 min read
How We Scammed a Romance Scammer
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.
Published: February 22, 2022 ·4 min read
Identity theft: Five tips to help protect your identity
Online job scams are a way for scammers to gain access to either your money or your bank account or credit cards.
Published: February 02, 2022 ·4 min read
COVID-19 vaccine scams and how to avoid them
COVID-19 vaccines bring hope, but scammers are looking to cash in. Here’s what you need to know.
Published: January 07, 2021 ·2 min read
What is typosquatting? How misspelling that domain name can cost you
Scammers sometimes use typosquatting to trick you into giving up personal information or visiting malware-infested websites. Here’s how it works.
Published: October 06, 2020 ·4 min read
Want a puppy to keep you company during COVID-19? Avoid puppy scams and puppy mills
Puppy scams have proliferated during the COVID-19 era. Learn how to help avoid pet disasters during the pandemic.
Published: September 29, 2020 ·2 min read
Social engineering scams on social media
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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
Online Dating Scams and How to Protect Yourself
Online dating scams cost Australians millions. You can help protect yourself by learning how online dating scams work.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
How to spot online scareware scams
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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
How to recognize and avoid tech support scams
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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
Protecting yourself from online shopping scams
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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
Teach your kids to avoid online scams
Surfing the Internet means possible exposure to online scams, something your children might not have any concept of. If you’re allowing them to go online, it’s imperative that you discuss online scams. Such scams come in a variety of guises, including those that specifically target children.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
What is phishing? How to recognize and avoid phishing scams
You can avoid being scammed by phishing attacks. Here’s how.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
Cyber Monday: 7 tips for safer online shopping
Don’t let cybercriminals stop you from taking advantage of end of year deals. Learn simple safety tips to help shop safely.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
Job-posting scams and how to avoid them
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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
Video games and COVID-19: How to avoid scams as more people play online
People are spending more time playing online video games due to lockdowns and the coronavirus. Watch out for these scams.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
Avoiding ransomware scams on social media
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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
Email phishing scam claiming to be from the Australian Taxation Office
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
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
Stay Smart Online 2018: Together We Can Reverse The Threat Of Cybercrime
More than six million Australians fell victim to cybercrime in 2017. Learn how and how can we protect ourselves and our families
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
Tax Time: The Cybercriminals’ Christmas
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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
Coronavirus phishing emails: How to protect against COVID-19 scams
Scammers are using phishing emails to profit from the coronavirus outbreak. Learn how to help avoid getting scammed.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
DocuSign phishing emails: 4 signs of an attack, and how to protect yourself
Electronic signature service DocuSign has warned consumers about new phishing campaigns. Here’s help in avoiding scams.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·3 min read
5 tips to protect yourself from online travel booking 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.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·4 min read
Protect yourself from mobile scams
With copycat apps growing on official app stores, it’s harder than ever to know whether an app you’re downloading is genuine.
Published: August 08, 2018 ·2 min read
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