Posts tagged scams

In 2018, $33 million dollars in scam losses was reported Netsafe. This figure is up by $10.1 million dollars compared to 2017.  We know that …

Ransomware is a malicious software that denies a user access to their files or system unless they pay a ransom.

Cold calling computer technicians have plagued Kiwis with their efforts to gain remote access to computers and steal online banking logins, personal data and more

In 2017, Kiwis reported losing $10.1 million dollars to online scams and fraud to Netsafe. The largest single loss reported was $480,000 to an investment …

1. Cold calling scams While at times not technically an online scam, this is still one of the most reported scams we receive. Cold call …

Phishing is when someone tries to get personal information (like bank account numbers and passwords), from a large audience, so they can use it to …

We receive a lot of reports from people about cold call scams – these are run by scammers who contact you on your home phone. These …

January is a traditionally a time for new beginnings so why not take a look at your online safety behaviours too? These five resolutions are …

The internet has made booking travel easier and cheaper for everyone. Unfortunately, from time to time we do come across instances of people taking advantage …

We often receive reports of people receiving unsolicited goods. These are goods they haven’t ordered, and the company that sent them is demanding payment for …