Fake apps may be grifting on Android “Early Access”
App makers on Android are working out how to get past some of Google’s app security by offering “early access”, and it’s a warning for people downloading new and unreleased apps.
Tag: scams
Norton reveals a world of scams and threats
The world can be a scary place, thanks in part to all the internet nasties going around. But if you need visual confirmation, Norton and its parent company Gen have you sorted with a 3D guide and a threat map.
Can scams come in from real, known businesses?
It’s not just unknown addresses. Companies you know and use in your day to day can be just as responsible for sending you threats you can fall for.
The 2026 Census is here (and so are related scams)
With Census night almost here, every household will have received details from the government. Don’t share them, though, because scammers are about.
Origin hack leaves Aussies exposed, what can you do?
Another week, another breach, as one of Australia’s leading energy companies finds its data in the hands of someone else. If that’s you, what can you do?
Aussies young and old falling victim to scams amidst increase
Anyone can fall for a scam, and while there are key moments when scams increase for seasons and events, it seems age doesn’t prevent you from falling for one.
Finance scams on the rise in Australia
Scam numbers are going up for the colder months, as crims target our wallets with more financial scams.
Why changes to the sender ID could prevent SMS scams
Text message scams are about to lose one of their convincing methods if trickery, as the government steps in.
Android on the look out for your real mum (not the fake one)
A new security addition to Android could mean attempts to trick you with the “mum” scam are sent to their room for good, arriving to Pixel phones first.
Personal data at risk trusting public WiFi on name alone
Travellers leaning on public WiFi for their data might find their data in hot water if they go by WiFi name alone.
