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BEC scams are low-tech financial fraud in which hoax emails from CEOs are sent to financial staff to request transfers of large amounts of money.

IronScales, a leader in phishing mitigation technology, collected data from over 100 different organisations and an array of different sectors.

Russian hackers have been targeting key staff members working for Hillary Clinton’s presidential campaign, according to SecureWorks.

Plug the digital holes: Our guide reveals four vital strategies to fend off data leaks and secure your organisation's sensitive info.

Hackers are gaining entry into email accounts and altering the bank details in invoices before sending to an unassuming client.

Apple iCloud users are the latest targets of phishing campaigns using the same content but different domains to target users, FireEye reports.

Organisations warned to check cyber insurance for coverage of new social engineering email attacks #cybersecurity #insurance.

If you’re concerned about the security of your organization’s data, you should be looking out for ELOFANTs on your network.

IronScales reports that training staff and using crowdsourced phishing protection can eliminate threats in under 13 minutes.

In a bold move against cyber threats, FirstWave launches an innovative Typo Domain filter to shield emails from insidious phishing attacks.

New email phishing scam targets Kiwi taxpayers, asking for credit card details to claim a tax refund. MyTax.co.nz warns against responding.

The New Zealand Bankers' Association warns online daters of catphishing scams, where fake romantics aim to steal your money and personal info.

A persistent and sophisticated SMS phishing campaign is currently targeting mobile banking customers in both Australia and New Zealand.

The victim received a letter that appeared to be from the Minister of Internal Affairs and the DIA threatening extradition if payment wasn't received.

Detective Inspector Stu Graham encourages all computer users to protect themselves by making themselves familiar with the various types of scams.

The Warehouse will launch a prepay mobile service with 2degrees later this month, building on its longstanding selling other companies offerings.

Attackers are even following up with telephone calls prior to, as well as during, these attacks to further embellish the hoax.

Vocus, WxC’s current provider of IP transit (according to the ISP map) will lose out as WxC will have their transit agreements migrated to Vodafone.

Dell's Ian Hodge says cyber criminals are evolving their methods of phishing attacks, using social media to hook people and expose vulnerabilities.

Without committing themselves to a monthly fee, customers get a cell phone alert that gives them time to take corrective action.