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  • Malware

What is “macro” delivered malware and how to avoid it

We discuss the threat of Microsoft Office "macro" delivered malware, how it works and how to avoid this type of…

3 years ago
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Cyber crooks use lure of Squid Games to distribute malware

Cyber-crooks have been using the lure of popular Netflix TV series Squid Games to lure victims into infecting their devices…

3 years ago
  • Malware

Malicious Email Attachment scams. How They Work

Emails that contain harmful attachments that when opened have the ability to infect a device are a popular way for…

3 years ago
  • malicious email attachment

Malicious email claiming to be Quickbooks invoice attempts to install malware

Scammers are trying to trick email users into infecting their devices with malware by opening an email attachment disguised as…

3 years ago
  • Stay Safe Online

Millions of Android users targeted with fake SMS subscription apps

Security researchers have uncovered a large-scale scam campaign operating on the Google Play store that is luring victims into downloading…

3 years ago
  • Phishing

Beware scam Windows Defender subscription renewal emails

Beware of a series of scam emails that claim to be charging you for a subscription of Windows Defender. The…

3 years ago
  • Malware

Emails lure recipients into downloading malicious Excel files

A series of email scams are attempting to lure recipients into infecting their devices with malware downloaded from the Internet…

3 years ago
  • WhatsApp

Beware WhatsApp “hey mum” phishing scam spreading

A new WhatsApp phishing scam is spreading whereby crooks are pretending to be the family member of the victim in…

3 years ago
  • Phishing

How to spot a fake phishing website address

We discuss how scammers can mask web addresses to make them appear legitimate, and how you can see past their…

3 years ago
  • Phishing

Beware scam ATO text messages offering rebates or refunds

Scam text messages claim that a recipient can receive a refund or tax rebate from the Australian Tax Office (ATO)…

3 years ago