Identity Theft stories
Quishing attacks rise as QR codes pose new cybersecurity risks
2 days ago
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QR code phishing, or Quishing, is on the rise globally, with attacks up 51% as cybercriminals exploit trusted codes to steal data and spread malware.
Qilin ransomware gang hits US courts & agencies in renewed wave
3 days ago
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The ransomware group Qilin claims two cyber-attacks on US government bodies, raising concerns over public sector cybersecurity and service disruptions.
Identity fraud costs firms USD $7 million annually worldwide
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Identity fraud costs businesses USD $7 million yearly worldwide, with Asia Pacific firms facing rising threats from sophisticated attacks, a new study finds.
Fraud against Australian businesses on the rise, report finds
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A recent report reveals that 61% of Australian businesses face rising fraud incidents, prompting a shift to AI-driven security solutions to combat these threats.
Cyber experts warn of public Wi-Fi risks in Australia
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Cybersecurity experts in Australia are urging local councils and SMEs to safeguard against risks linked to free public Wi-Fi following multiple cyber threats.
23andMe bankruptcy raises concerns for genetic data safety
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Consumer genomics company 23andMe's bankruptcy has raised serious concerns over the security of sensitive genetic data for its 15 million customers.
Vivek Ramachandran to discuss cyber threats in Singapore
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Vivek Ramachandran, founder of SquareX, will speak at Black Hat Asia on 2nd April 2025, addressing cyber threats to financial institutions at Marina Bay Sands.
Exclusive: GBG's Carol Chris on innovation, fraud prevention and growth
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Carol Chris, General Manager of GBG APAC, emphasises innovation in fraud prevention amid rising data breaches, as demand for compliance solutions grows.
Financial phishing attacks surge in Southeast Asia businesses
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Kaspersky reports a surge in financial phishing attacks in Southeast Asia, with Singapore alone seeing over 38,000 attempts, threatening its digital economy.
Emerging multimedia Bitcoin scams use deceptive MMS videos
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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A study by Proofpoint reveals a rise in Bitcoin scams utilising video attachments in multimedia messages, evolving from static images to deceive victims.
Apple's removal of UK iCloud feature raises privacy fears
Tue, 25th Feb 2025
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Apple's removal of the Advanced Data Protection feature from iCloud for UK users raises alarm over data security and privacy, with grave implications for the UK.
Healthcare tops data breach incidents in 2024, surpassing finance
Fri, 21st Feb 2025
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Kroll's latest report reveals the healthcare sector was the most targeted by data breaches in 2024, accounting for 23% of all incidents, surpassing finance.
Norton launches AI-powered scam protection globally
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Norton has unveiled its AI-powered Genie Scam Protection, enhancing its Cyber Safety products to tackle the surge in scams, now accounting for 90% of cyberthreats.
Telstra & CommBank extend partnership to combat fraud
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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Telstra and CommBank have announced an extension to their partnership, introducing new 'Fraud Indicator' technology to enhance fraud detection and protect against identity theft.
Concerns rise over digital ID storage on phones in the UK
Fri, 14th Feb 2025
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A Thales survey reveals that one-third of UK residents are storing official ID on their phones, raising alarms over potential identity fraud.
artius.iD welcomes Jeffrey Keplar to advisory board
Thu, 6th Feb 2025
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Artius.iD has appointed Jeffrey Keplar to its Board of Strategic Advisors, aiming to bolster cybersecurity for global financial institutions amid rising digital threats.
Rise in online dating scams concerns in New Zealand
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
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A new Norton survey reveals alarming trends in online dating in New Zealand, with over half of users encountering scams on dating apps weekly.
Phishing campaign targets X accounts for crypto scams
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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Researchers at SentinelLabs have uncovered an active phishing campaign targeting high-profile X accounts to hijack credentials for cryptocurrency scams.
AI-fuelled bank scams rise, impersonating officials with ease
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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A recent report reveals that criminals are increasingly employing artificial intelligence to enhance bank scams, making them harder to detect.
KnowBe4 shares data protection tips for 2025 privacy focus
Fri, 31st Jan 2025
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On Data Privacy Day, KnowBe4 offers vital tips for individuals and organisations to enhance data security and regain control over personal information.