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Don’t fall for Valentine’s Day scam

Don’t fall for Valentine’s Day scam
The ACCC warns people to be careful who they ‘friend’ online this Valentine’s Day.
Your personal data is at risk

Your personal data is at risk
One of history’s largest data breaches has put your personal data at risk.
How avoid being tracked online

How avoid being tracked online
There are ways to throw off the technology tracking your online activity.
Major bank’s massive data leak

Major bank’s massive data leak
Massive data breach exposes sensitive medical details of bank customers.
Shopping safely online this Xmas

Shopping safely online this Xmas
Christmas is a time when online cybercriminals work their hardest.
Turn on two-factor authorisation

Turn on two-factor authorisation
Keep your account secure from hackers with two-factor authorisation.
Airlines reel after data hacks

Airlines reel after data hacks
An international data leak will affect around 9.4 million Cathay Pacific passengers.
Reveal your password or face jail

Reveal your password or face jail
Proposed new law aims to crack down on online criminal activity.
Facebook accounts hacked

Facebook accounts hacked
The details of 50 million Facebook accounts were hacked last month.
Strange airport security protocols

Strange airport security protocols
Some airports have strange security rules …
Companies should pay for your data

Companies should pay for your data
PM announces push to make companies pay for mining your data.
Voice recognition tech explained

Voice recognition tech explained
Voice recognition technology is taking over, but is there anything to fear?
Airports failing older flyers

Airports failing older flyers
Australian airports called out for neglecting the needs of older flyers.
Are you being watched in the air?

Are you being watched in the air?
Just because you are not on a watch list, doesn’t mean you’re not being watched.
Protect your home while you travel

Protect your home while you travel
When going on holiday, protecting your home is important for your peace of mind.
Data sharers ‘to get better deals’

Data sharers ‘to get better deals’
Personal data portability will help Aussies get better deals, says ACCC
Your data is not safe: ADHA

Your data is not safe: ADHA
Experts agree that your My Health Record information may not be safe.
Facial recognition privacy concerns

Facial recognition privacy concerns
A new technology is raising privacy concerns in Australia and all over the world.
Pilot wrongly reports hijacking

Pilot wrongly reports hijacking
What happens when a pilot accidentally reports a hijacking?
New baggage rules

New baggage rules
As of 30 June, new baggage rules came into effect at all Australian airports.
Clearing your browser history

Clearing your browser history
Increase your privacy and keep your data secure by clearing your browser history and cache.
Here’s how to stay safe at home

Here’s how to stay safe at home
If you’re concerned about rising crime rates, follow these home-safety guidelines.
Scam costing Australians thousands

Scam costing Australians thousands
This clever scam has already stolen millions from unsuspecting Americans and is now targeting Australians ...
How to create the perfect password

How to create the perfect password
There's a poetic way to create a secure password that’s easy to remember.
How to avoid identity theft

How to avoid identity theft
Tips to protect you from having your identity stolen when abroad.
Stress-free check-in checklists

Stress-free check-in checklists
Our stress-free check-in checklists will help you painlessly pass airport obstacles.
Are your savings at risk?

Are your savings at risk?
CommBank admits to losing data of around 20 million customer accounts.
Hidden cameras in hotel rooms

Hidden cameras in hotel rooms
Is there a hidden camera in your hotel room? Here’s how to find out.
Do not click these links

Do not click these links
Recognising which emails you receive are spam has become harder than ever in recent years.
Over 65s the target of clever scam

Over 65s the target of clever scam
ACCC warns of cleverly disguised scammers demanding payments.
How to stop Google tracking you

How to stop Google tracking you
Google is currently tracking your physical location and all of your search history.
Did Facebook record your calls?

Did Facebook record your calls?
Facebook has been keeping records of your smartphone activity for years.
Home security tips for travellers

Home security tips for travellers
Handy home security tips for anyone leaving their house for a holiday.
Gadgets to make travel safer

Gadgets to make travel safer
Being mugged or ripped off can turn any dream holiday into your worst nightmare.
Glitch exposes your medical data

Glitch exposes your medical data
A medical software flaw has potentially exposed your medical information to hackers.
Facebook data breach hits millions

Facebook data breach hits millions
Alleged data breach affecting 50 million people the largest in Facebook’s history.
Can Centrelink scan your bankcard?

Can Centrelink scan your bankcard?
Ellie fears security breach after her bankcard was copied.
Medicare patients to show ID

Medicare patients to show ID
To avoid future data breaches, Government wants patients to show ID.
How secure is your smartphone?

How secure is your smartphone?
Jennifer is worried about the security of fingerprint and facial ID technologies.
How do firewalls prevent viruses?

How do firewalls prevent viruses?
The most important and effective way to protect your computer.
How many guns get through airport?

How many guns get through airport?
You’ll be shocked at how many people try to get guns through US airport security.
Protecting your Paywave

Protecting your Paywave
Will an RFID skimguard save your savings, or are they a waste of money?
Refund ready for scam victims

Refund ready for scam victims
The ACCC is urging scam victims to act quickly to get their money back.
Audit slams AEC for 2016 ballot

Audit slams AEC for 2016 ballot
An audit has slammed the AEC over its handling of the 2016 Federal Election.
Security concerns over PayPal breach

Security concerns over PayPal breach
PayPal has been left red-faced after it was forced to admit a massive data breach.
Medicare deception revealed

Medicare deception revealed
New investigation reveals DHS knew private Medicare details were for sale.
How mobile banking steals from you

How mobile banking steals from you
So, you want to bank using your smartphone?
Phone scammers getting sneakier

Phone scammers getting sneakier
Police are warning Australians of a sneaky phone scams.
The future of travel bag security

The future of travel bag security
This travel bag padlock is the answer to making your bag contents secure and trackable.
Travel bag next big thing

Travel bag next big thing
This travel bag padlock is the answer to making your bag contents secure and trackable.
How your iPhone could save your life

How your iPhone could save your life
With a few taps, your iPhone could get you out of danger or save your ...
Beware of thieves on planes

Beware of thieves on planes
Were you aware that thieves operated onboard airplanes?
Is it safe to use public wifi?

Is it safe to use public wifi?
People don’t realise the danger they face when using public wifi.
Protect your internet connection

Protect your internet connection
A secure internet connection projects your device and software from being hacked.
Time to rethink your password

Time to rethink your password
Experts abandon old advice and recommend a new tip to keep your data safe.
Top three online scams revealed

Top three online scams revealed
The ACCC has revealed its list of tricks most likely to catch unwary Aussies.
Preparing for your digital death

Preparing for your digital death
Australians are unprepared for death when it comes to their digital assets.
Don’t charge your phone in public

Don’t charge your phone in public
Have you ever charged your device using a public USB port?
Safeguarding your online security

Safeguarding your online security
Follow these simple steps to protect your valuable personal information.
Rip up your old boarding passes

Rip up your old boarding passes
You’ll be amazed at what information can be gleaned from your expired boarding pass.
How to search for safe, free software

How to search for safe, free software
The web is full of choices, but how do you know what is safe and ...
Don’t fall for this convincing scam

Don’t fall for this convincing scam
ANZ Bank customers are being urged not to fall for new convincing scam.
How safe is your luggage?

How safe is your luggage?
You’ll be amazed at how easily thieves can break into your luggage.
Is a private browser really private?

Is a private browser really private?
Do you use ‘incognito’ mode? It might not hide as much as you think!
How to block private numbers

How to block private numbers
Nuisance calls are on the rise, but there are ways to stop them getting through.
Are your email contents safe?

Are your email contents safe?
Companies are increasingly prying into your private communications.
Pensioners targeted in iTunes scam

Pensioners targeted in iTunes scam
A 74-year-old woman was fleeced of $46,000 in an iTunes gift card scam.
Apple warns users of security flaw

Apple warns users of security flaw
Apple warns iOS users of security flaw that could give hackers control of their device.
Keep your Facebook account secure

Keep your Facebook account secure
Follow our helpful hints on how to keep your Facebook account secure.
Medicare scare prompts review

Medicare scare prompts review
The Government launches an independent review into Medicare accessibility.
Are your Medicare details for sale?

Are your Medicare details for sale?
A popular site for illegal products offers Medicare details for $30.
Inside a scammer’s bag of tricks

Inside a scammer’s bag of tricks
Older Australians have this year been stung to the tune of $113,000.
Fingerprints to replace passports

Fingerprints to replace passports
Boarding passes and passports may soon be a thing of the past.
What is at risk in your house?

What is at risk in your house?
Smart TVs, your car, if it is connected to the internet it needs protecting.
Antivirus – free vs paid

Antivirus – free vs paid
Antivirus software is a necessity for staying safe online, but is the price tag as ...
How to wipe your smartphone

How to wipe your smartphone
Find out how to protect your privacy and wipe your data before selling your smartphone ...
Is your credit card being scammed?

Is your credit card being scammed?
Here’s how to spot the warning signs of a credit card scam.
I’ve been hacked. What now?

I’ve been hacked. What now?
What should you do if you discover that you’ve been hacked?
How to tackle internet trolls

How to tackle internet trolls
Trolls belong under bridges, here’s how to put them back in their place.
Five tips to protect online privacy

Five tips to protect online privacy
We all take the internet and social media for granted, but, unfortunately, so do cyber ...
Global cyberattack hits 200,000

Global cyberattack hits 200,000
An unprecedented cyberattack over the weekend has affected more than 200,000 computers.
Is banking on my phone safe?

Is banking on my phone safe?
Being able to bank on the move seems great, but how safe is it?
How easily can your phone be hacked?

How easily can your phone be hacked?
New research shows that computer scientists can guess your PIN with 70 per cent accuracy.
Is saving passwords in browser safe?

Is saving passwords in browser safe?
Is the convenience worth the potential risk?
Security exploits hit Windows users

Security exploits hit Windows users
A number of Windows security vulnerabilities were revealed online last.
The Little Black Book of Scams

The Little Black Book of Scams
The ACCC has released a handy weapon to help you become more scam savvy.
Trump wants digital strip searches

Trump wants digital strip searches
The contents of your smartphone could be examined when you enter the US.
Home security on a budget

Home security on a budget
Secure your house for a fraction of the price with these tips and tricks.
Is your Facebook being hacked?

Is your Facebook being hacked?
If you’re worried someone else has access to your Facebook, try this.
Ensure that your phone is virus free

Ensure that your phone is virus free
There is only one way to ensure that your smartphone is virus free.
Can the CIA hack your smartphone?

Can the CIA hack your smartphone?
Leaked documents reveal that the CIA is able to hack any Apple iPhone or Android ...
Do maids go through your stuff?

Do maids go through your stuff?
Overall, hotel staff are quite honest, but there are some criminal-minded maids about.
Online travel scams to avoid

Online travel scams to avoid
Don’t be taken in by these nasty online travel scams.
Cybersecurity fail – mobile risks

Cybersecurity fail – mobile risks
Australian smartphone and tablet users need to more vigilant.
The 25 worst passwords of 2016

The 25 worst passwords of 2016
Password security firm, Keeper, has released its list of the 25 worst passwords of 2016.
How to protect your digital life

How to protect your digital life
Worried about your online safety? Learn how to protect your digital life.
Cybercrime now running rampant

Cybercrime now running rampant
Australia is ill prepared to protect its citizens from increasing cyber threats.
Cybercriminals target over 55s

Cybercriminals target over 55s
The over 55 age group are the most attractive targets for cybercriminals.
Is the US Govt reading your emails?

Is the US Govt reading your emails?
The emails of 280 million people worldwide are being scanned by the US Government.
World’s most dangerous countries

World’s most dangerous countries
Discover the world’s safest and most dangerous countries.
How to spot a credit card skimmer

How to spot a credit card skimmer
Discover how to spot and avoid credit card skimmers.
Digital security tips for travellers

Digital security tips for travellers
Five digital security tips to help protect you from cybercrime when you travel.
Don’t be conned by Census scam

Don’t be conned by Census scam
Scammers are using the Census to swindle unsuspecting Aussies of their information.
Census reboot: is it safe yet?

Census reboot: is it safe yet?
The Census website is back up and running but is it actually safe?
Census farce no laughing matter

Census farce no laughing matter
ABS confirms that the Census website was hacked last night.
200 million accounts compromised

200 million accounts compromised
The stolen records of 200 million email accounts are now for sale online.
Is your private data being sold?

Is your private data being sold?
Credit reporting agency Veda is being criticised for allegedly selling private data.
Choosing the right travel cover for you

Choosing the right travel cover for you
Here’s how to choose the right travel insurance for you, so you can spend more ...
Cyber militia to fight cybercrime

Cyber militia to fight cybercrime
Should the Government enlist the help of cyber-savvy civilians to help fight cybercrime?
Is the password dead?

Is the password dead?
Google is testing new alternatives to passwords and hopes to kill them off by the ...
App of the month: May 2016

App of the month: May 2016
When it comes to hacking, smartphones are ripe for the picking. Here’s how to protect ...
Grandma conned in fake ATO scam

Grandma conned in fake ATO scam
A Melbourne grandmother is the victim of a $5000 ATO scam involving iTunes gift cards.
iPhone and iPad security vulnerability

iPhone and iPad security vulnerability
Bill recently emailed to warn us of a security vulnerability of iPhones and iPads.
How to use ‘Find My iPhone’

How to use ‘Find My iPhone’
Discover how to use Apple’s handy ‘Find My iPhone’ feature to track your missing device.
How to stop Centrelink tracking you

How to stop Centrelink tracking you
Drew explains how to boost your privacy settings on social media.
The worst passwords of 2015

The worst passwords of 2015
SplashData has released its annual ‘Worst Passwords List’ for 2015.
What to do if you lose your passport

What to do if you lose your passport
Find out how to deal with a lost or stolen passport.
Six scams to watch out for in 2016

Six scams to watch out for in 2016
Keep an eye out for the latest scams to stay safe.
Worker fired for screening Ms Bishop

Worker fired for screening Ms Bishop
An airport security worker lost her job after conducting a security check on Julie Bishop.
Cybercrime affects one in four

Cybercrime affects one in four
One in four Australians now claim to be the victim of identity theft or fraud.
12-year-old boy on terror watchlist

12-year-old boy on terror watchlist
A 12-year-old boy is on the AFP’s counter-terrorism watchlist.
Is Windows 10 spying on you?

Is Windows 10 spying on you?
Windows 10 is recording every single key you press on your computer.
Be protected when using public wifi

Be protected when using public wifi
Protect your data when using public wifi with these internet security suggestions.
Top five smart home products

Top five smart home products
Would you consider using any of these futuristic products?
Never again forget your passwords

Never again forget your passwords
LastPass remembers your passwords so that you can focus on other things.
Worldwide phone SIM card hack

Worldwide phone SIM card hack
Encryption keys, allowing access to millions of phones worldwide, have been stolen.
Ten best security websites

Ten best security websites
Drew shares the ten best security websites to help you stay safe online.
Avoiding identity theft

Avoiding identity theft
It’s estimated that one in five Australians are affected by identity theft.
Bishop burqa ban backflip

Bishop burqa ban backflip
The controversial ban on the burqa in Parliament House has been reversed by Speaker Bronwyn ...
Parliamentary burqa ban

Parliamentary burqa ban
Within a week, ASIO may ban people from wearing a burqa into Parliament House.
Security for your passwords

Security for your passwords
Creating and remembering secure passwords may be a thing of the past.
Phone hacking trial heats up

Phone hacking trial heats up
A former News of the World employee has admitted to intercepting voice messages.
What is cloud computing?

What is cloud computing?
Tech expert Drew Patchell explains what cloud computing is and how it can help you.
Top 10 most popular passwords

Top 10 most popular passwords
Is your password one of the most common?
Facebook Trusted Contacts

Facebook Trusted Contacts
‘Trusted Contacts’ will allow for fast Facebook account recovery.
Increased Outlook security

Increased Outlook security
Drew explains how to setup Outlook’s new ‘must use’ security feature.
Best internet browsers

Best internet browsers
Drew explains why you should consider changing browsers.
Sign no more

Sign no more
Visa has announced that, from 1 April 2013, all Visa card transactions will need to ...
Keep your smartphone secure

Keep your smartphone secure
Drew explains how to adapt to modern technology and stay safe on your new smartphone ...
Is eHealth for you?

Is eHealth for you?
What will eHealth mean for your personal medical information?
6.5 million LinkedIn Passwords hacked

6.5 million LinkedIn Passwords hacked
A Russian forum user yesterday claimed to have hacked LinkedIn.
Security issues a major concern

Security issues a major concern
Cybercrime figures are at an all time high and still growing
Telstra owned website hacked

Telstra owned website hacked
35,000 Telstra customers' personal information has been stolen
Never use the same password twice

Never use the same password twice
We are all guilty of reusing passwords. So why is it dangerous?
Telstra bungle exposes private information of 60,000 customers

Telstra bungle exposes private information of 60,000 customers
The usernames, passwords, home addresses and full names of 60,000 Telstra bundle customers have ...
What scams look like
What scams look like
While critical in providing an instant window of communication to the world, a downside to having an email account is the veritable flood of spam emails you receive which promise you the world and delivering worse than nothing. Thankfully as people begin to understand more ...
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