Category Archives: Scam Alert

### Beware of Fake Business Invoice Scams: Protect Your Hard-Earned Money In today’s digital age, scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and one particular danger that Australians need to be aware of is fake business invoice scams. These fraudsters pose as legitimate businesses, sending out phony invoices designed to deceive even the most vigilant among us. […]

— ## Why Reporting Scams Can Protect You and Others Scams are a growing concern in our increasingly digital world. Scammers use a variety of tactics to deceive people, ranging from phishing emails to fake websites and unsolicited phone calls. If you’ve come across a suspicious contact or activity, you might wonder what you should […]

— ### Stay Safe Online: Key Tips to Protect Yourself from Scams and Fraud In today’s digital age, safeguarding yourself from scams and online fraud is more important than ever. Recognizing this critical need, Australia Post has shared essential guidelines to help you stay safe online. Here’s a rundown of the vital points to consider: […]

**Stay Safe from Scams: Essential Tips for Protecting Your Personal Information and Money** In an increasingly digital world, staying vigilant against scams is more important than ever. Recent insights reveal various methods used by scammers and how you can safeguard your personal information and finances. Here’s a comprehensive guide on the latest scam alerts and […]

## Beware of Fake ASIC Branding: Protect Yourself from Investment Scams As digital marketers, we recognize the importance of safeguarding our online communities from fraudulent activities. Recently, the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has issued a warning about scams misusing its logo on social media platforms. Here are key points to help you stay […]

Title: Beware of Phishing Scams Targeting .au Domain Holders: Important Alert — In a recent alert, auDA has raised concerns about a phishing scam specifically targeting holders of .au domain names. These phishing emails, sent by malicious third parties impersonating auDA employees, are designed to deceive domain registrants into clicking on dangerous links. ### What […]

**Protect Your myki Card: Safeguarding Against Scammers** Recent reports have unveiled an alarming vulnerability within the myki registration system that has allowed scammers to steal funds from unregistered myki cards. Public Transport Victoria (PTV) has confirmed the exploitation of this weakness, which has resulted in financial loss for at least 14 individuals. The scammers have […]

### How Scammers Exploit Data Breaches and How to Protect Yourself In today’s digital age, data breaches have become increasingly common, and the repercussions can be severe for individuals whose personal information is compromised. Cyber criminals use these breaches to launch targeted scams, adding a new layer of threat to our online activities. Here’s a […]

## Warning: Protect Yourself from Fake Business Invoice Scams With the rising sophistication of digital scams, it’s crucial to stay vigilant. One emerging threat is the fake business invoice scam targeting Australians. Scammers cleverly disguise themselves as legitimate businesses you may have previously interacted with, sending you fake invoices with altered payment details. These scams […]

### How to Report a Scam and Why It’s Important Scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and it’s crucial for everyone to stay vigilant and act promptly when they encounter suspicious activity. Reporting scams can stop the perpetrators in their tracks and protect countless others from falling victim. Here’s what you need to know about reporting […]