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Identity Theft stories
Coruna exploit kit exposes risks for outdated iOS users
2 days ago
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endpoint protection
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pam
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mfa
New Coruna exploit kit shows outdated iOS devices face automated, scalable attacks that can turn compromised phones into corporate gateways.
Israel-Iran conflict exploited in fresh email scam wave
2 days ago
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
Scammers hijack Israel-Iran war headlines for classic advance-fee email cons, security researchers warn, urging users not to respond.
Microsoft & Europol disrupt global Tycoon 2FA scam
2 days ago
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ransomware
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mfa
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phishing
Microsoft and Europol have seized over 300 domains to disrupt Tycoon 2FA, a vast phishing-for-hire service bypassing MFA worldwide.
Why digital identity is the new perimeter in a zero-trust world
2 days ago
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firewalls
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hybrid cloud
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digital transformation
As firewalls fade, digital identity emerges as the core security perimeter, powering zero-trust strategies across cloud and remote work.
Account Takeover (ATO) fraud: The hidden threat to your business and how to stop it
4 days ago
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malware
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data protection
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surveillance
Silent account takeover fraud is draining billions as criminals hijack real identities; here's how businesses can finally fight back.
AI supercharges LinkedIn phishing risks in Australia
5 days ago
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
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physical security
AI tools let attackers mine Australians' LinkedIn activity in under 30 minutes, rapidly generating tailored phishing profiles at scale.
Vodafone trials in-store wellbeing staff for vulnerable customers
Last week
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cx
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martech
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physical security
Vodafone is piloting in-store Customer Wellbeing Specialists in 12 Australian shops to support vulnerable customers facing complex issues.
AI-powered fraud threats surge for Australian firms
Last week
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digital transformation
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physical security
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risk & compliance
Australian firms warn generative AI is fuelling unprecedented fraud losses, as most say their defences and tools can no longer keep pace.
Ecommpay issues free guide to combat rising eCommerce fraud
Last week
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mfa
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fintech
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cx
Ecommpay launches a free fraud guide for online retailers as UK payment fraud hits GBP £1.17 billion and AI-driven scams rapidly escalate.
Firms race to counter fast-evolving AI-driven fraud
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Half of fraud chiefs say fast-changing, AI-powered scams are outpacing their defences, forcing a shift to real-time, adaptive protection.
INTERPOL cybercrime sweep in Africa recovers USD $4.3m
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firewalls
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network security
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phishing
INTERPOL's Africa cybercrime blitz nets 651 arrests, seizes 2,341 devices and recovers USD $4.3m after scams linked to USD $45m losses.
Internal auditors fear AI fraud but lack readiness
Last month
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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fintech
Internal auditors warn AI-driven fraud is surging, but most concede they lack the tools, skills and time needed to spot it effectively.
Why Australian superannuation funds need to prioritise security for their customers with strong MFA
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data protection
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digital transformation
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mfa
Australian super funds sit on AUD $3.7 trillion, yet weak, outdated MFA leaves members' retirement savings exposed to rising cyber threats.
Fake Olympics shop ads on Meta target fans' wallets
Last month
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phishing
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martech
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physical security
Fake Olympics shop ads on Meta push fans to cloned sites mimicking Milano Cortina 2026 store to steal card and personal details.
AI romance scams surge on UK dating apps, says study
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malware
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endpoint protection
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phishing
AI-driven romance scams are rife on UK dating apps, with one in five users meeting fake profiles and 11% losing money, new research warns.
LummaStealer returns post-takedown with ClickFix ruse
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mfa
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phishing
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advanced persistent threat protection
LummaStealer roars back after domain takedown, using fake CAPTCHA ClickFix tricks and CastleLoader to spread via routine user actions.
Okta warns of North Korean fraud in remote tech hiring
Last month
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data protection
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ransomware
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hcm
Okta warns North Korean operatives are landing remote tech jobs with stolen and synthetic identities to fund the regime and enable cyber attacks.
CBA warns young Aussies of fake job and dating scam losses
Last month
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crypto
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phishing
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physical security
Young Australians lose over AUD $2.2 million as fake flexible job offers surge, with scammers recruiting money mules via texts and social media.
McAfee warns Australians of AI-fuelled Valentine scams
Last month
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data protection
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endpoint protection
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mdm
McAfee warns Australians AI-powered romance scams are surging ahead of Valentine's Day, with one in seven victims losing an average AUD $780.
AI-fuelled romance scams surge with deepfake deception
Last month
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phishing
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physical security
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email security
AI-driven romance scams using deepfakes and chatbots surge, tricking Australians into long-term emotional manipulation and costly frauds.