Criminals turn to mystery boxes for scam subscriptions
Scammers are out to steal from you, and a recent push by criminals could see the theft keep going after you've…
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Security plays a big part in our world, and Pickr spends a lot of time covering it. From news about the latest happenings in security products and research, to detailed how-to articles explaining how not to get caught in a scam and more, you’ll find plenty of info in our security stories.
How to identify a bad password
If you use the word password, the numbers 1234, or a pet's name, you have a bad password. How do you make a good…
Where’s the outrage for one of Australia’s worst data breaches?
Mid-February saw what could be one of the country's biggest data breaches, eroding doctor-patient…
Australian IVF group Genea sees data breach, what should customers do
Another data breach has hit a big Australian company, and while no one has claimed responsibility, the damage…
Scammers target Aussies with myGov ABN emails, how to tell
A convincing scam is making the rounds targeting Aussies with an ABN and myGov account, and worse, mail services…
AI helping criminals fleece Aussies with dating scams, what you can do
Using AI to polish text may be something you can do, but it's also being used by cyber criminals to take your…
Swann’s safety alarm aims to keep you safe for $40
If you're concerned about safety of a loved one, a gadget announced last year is finally coming to Australia for…
Identity protection set to become yet another app you might need
The rise of viruses led to antivirus, and the rise of malware to internet security. The next extra app and…
McAfee sends AI after scammers with a detector
Security software doesn't always help with every scam -- you still need your wits about you -- but a piece of…
Ring brings 2K video to wired floodlight, spotlight free
Improved video resolution in home security and vehicle detection are features set to roll out to Ring security…