Scams stories - Page 14
Facebook scams target everyone, not just uneducated suckers
Wed, 5th Nov 2014
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Bitdefender has released a two-year study into Facebook scams revealing scammers infect millions of Facebook users with the same repackaged tricks.
Scam targets Spark NZ customers
Thu, 16th Oct 2014
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Spark NZ warns of scammers tricking customers into giving personal details, amidst threats of service cut-offs.
Aussies under fire with leaked Emma Watson video
Thu, 9th Oct 2014
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Aussies targeted by Emma Watson video scam, falling prey to malware that hijacks Facebook and steals info, warns Bitdefender.
Scammers put a damper on holiday travels
Sun, 13th Apr 2014
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Holiday travellers beware: SCAMwatch reports a surge in fake airline emails with malware-laden itineraries. Stay vigilant to avoid scams.
Scammers exploit Paul Walker death to target Facebook users
Thu, 12th Dec 2013
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Scammers exploit Paul Walker's tragic death, luring Facebook users with fake car crash footage to steal personal and banking information.
Naked sex chats help blackmail Kiwis out of $4.4m
Mon, 12th Aug 2013
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Horny New Zealanders taking part in naked online video chat sessions are being blackmailed, with Kiwis losing $4.4m last year due to internet scams.
Internet hackers Royally scam users
Wed, 31st Jul 2013
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While the world celebrated, scammers have taken advantage, kicking into immediate action following the birth of the royal baby.
Rihanna sex tape? And you're scammed
Thu, 18th Apr 2013
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Empty promises of Rihanna sex tape hit Facebook users for six, but 'stalker' views account for biggest scams on social networking site.
Shock, horror: Mobility and social networking the new target for cyber miscreants
Wed, 12th Sep 2012
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Cyber miscreants are now targeting mobile phones and social networks, as Norton reports a twofold increase in threats compared to a year ago.
Govt to form special anti-scam group
Mon, 19th Mar 2012
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Ministry of Consumer Affairs will work with Department of Internal Affairs and NetSafe in fight against online fraud.
Beware St Patrick's Day scams!
Wed, 14th Mar 2012
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St Patrick's Day warning: Pledges of Irish luck in emails may harbour malware, says Chillisoft CEO. Safeguard your data by avoiding unknown links.
Channel Surfing: fake products robbing resellers
Tue, 31st Jan 2012
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Fake antivirus software is costing New Zealand resellers income, deceitfully making end users feel protected, AVG warns in its latest threat report.
Facebook tattoo video is viral marketing hoax
Tue, 14th Jun 2011
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The story of a Dutch lady who tattooed the profile pictures of 152 of her Facebook friends on her arm, turns out to be a viral marketing hoax.
Securing eCommerce in 2011
Tue, 1st Feb 2011
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In 2011, as eCommerce rebounds post-GFC, consumers face new cyber threats. Educating on more than simple authentication is crucial for security.
Cyber crime: we're guilty too
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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Norton's Cybercrime Report reveals we often don't report cyber crime and admits many engage in questionable online behaviour. Can we change?.
Web scams leapt 22% in 09 – report
Sat, 1st May 2010
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The FBI's 2009 Internet Crime Report reveals a 22.3% surge in web scams, with total financial losses hitting USD $559.7 million.
Aussies fall prey to scams
Tue, 2nd Mar 2010
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Australians lose nearly $70m to online scams, with victims ensnared by romance and lottery hoaxes, says consumer watchdog.
Those 'Google offers' aren't real
Wed, 9th Dec 2009
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Google is warning users to beware of scams that offer ways to make fast money using the popular Web search engine.