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Norton reveals info and advice on the latest WhatsApp breach

WhatsApp data breach exposes personal information of up to 1.8 million New Zealanders, creating potential cyber threats. Norton offers security tips.

By Mitchell Hageman • 2 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2022

Email Security

Norton study highlights Kiwi's risky eCommerce behaviours

Nearly a quarter of New Zealanders (22%) surveyed said they tend to take more risks when online shopping during the holiday season than other times of the year.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Thu, 3rd Nov 2022

Email Security

Commission cracks down on sales practices that mislead online shoppers

The Commerce Commission has issued a formal warning to online gift-box retailer, Occasion Box, for making false and unsubstantiated claims.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Sep 2022

Global Stories

Scams stories

Firewalls

Fake ChatGPT extension stealing victims' account details

Scammers are exploiting the rise of generative AI, particularly ChatGPT, to trick users into sharing sensitive information or downloading malware.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 3rd May 2023

Physical Security

Deepfake and AI 101: Twelve tips to spot a deepfake

Deepfake technology can be used maliciously or with unethical intent, and this means deepfakes are a potentially dangerous tool.

By Mark Gorrie • 4 min read • Mon, 1st May 2023

Ransomware

Avast uncovers new scam scaring employees into paying big

New scam impersonating ransomware gangs threatens to sell stolen company data if employees don't respond, warns Avast.

By Catherine Knowles • 4 min read • Thu, 20th Apr 2023

Phishing

New phishing method leveraging iCloud, PayPal, Google Docs

Phishing attacks are evolving as hackers use legitimate services like PayPal and Google Docs to infiltrate inboxes, warns Avanan.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Tue, 28th Mar 2023

Email Security

Cybercriminals using ChatGPT to generate scams – report

Cybercriminals are using ChatGPT to create deepfake chatbots, phishing campaigns and malware, according to a new report.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 3rd Mar 2023

Email Security

Online dating scams have caught 25% of Kiwi adults

The report performed by Norton investigated adults ages 18 and older about online dating, associated scams, and attitudes about online stalking.

By Tom Raynel • 5 min read • Fri, 17th Feb 2023

Phishing

Spammers phishing tourists with travel-themed lures - Bitdefender

Spammers are phishing eager holidaymakers with travel, themed lures, according to new research from Bitdefender Antispam Lab.

By Zach Thompson • 2 min read • Fri, 20th Jan 2023

Fintech

Nine out of 10 fintechs will hire more fraud experts in 2023

Nine out of ten fintechs plan to recruit more experts to help tackle fraud as they expect scams to soar in 2023, according to new research.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Thu, 19th Jan 2023

Email Security

Bitdefender urges caution when dealing with holiday spam

Bitdefender Labs is warning people to be aware during the festive season due to a significant increase in spam scams.

By Mitchell Hageman • 3 min read • Tue, 20th Dec 2022

Email Security

Cyber criminals to ramp up activity over holidays

Cybercriminal activity is expected to increase over the holidays, warns Rubrik's CISO Michael Mestrovich. Stay vigilant and avoid cyber scams.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Fri, 16th Dec 2022

Application Security

Lookout finds predatory behaviour on 300 loan apps

Almost 300 loan apps found in Africa, Southeast Asia, India, Colombia, and Mexico exhibit predatory behavior, says Lookout.

By Zach Thompson • 3 min read • Thu, 1st Dec 2022

Ransomware

Christmas a special time for cyber criminals - Check Point

Check Point Software has released a statement to raise awareness among online gift shoppers to be cautious at all times and take the necessary precautions.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 29th Nov 2022