Sextortion and blackmail
Webcam blackmail has evolved as a new way to demand money after video chat sessions are recorded and threats made to publish recordings online
Scams
‘Social engineering’ demystified
The operators behind two recent suspicious email campaigns are looking to trick recipients into doing something that provides them with a financial reward
Travel scratch & win cards
Malaysian travel scratch and win cards have been delivered to mailboxes around the country, often from travel companies based in Malaysia. Unfortunately this is a common scam that we explain for you here. If you open up the envelope you’ll find a glossy brochure and two scratch and win cards (see picture). Rub off the…
What can I do about Ashley Madison blackmail emails?
The Ashley Madison website was hacked which resulted in a large amount of user data being stolen. The database was then published online and resulted in blackmail threats being made against users whose information was taken. FAQs I’m being blackmailed. What should I do? The most important advice we can offer is do not pay the…
Email hacking
NetSafe routinely takes reports of email accounts being compromised and used to send spam or scam emails. Learn the simple steps to secure your account from hackers
Identify and prevent business email compromise
The volume of business email scam reports has increased over the last 18 months and the scam can affect any size company that handles ordering, invoicing and payment requests via email
Investment scams
Kiwis continue to fall victim to online investment scams and cold calling share brokers offering fantastic returns. Learn how to identify safeguard your savings