Category: Cybersecurity
New figures reveal worst UK regions for fraud, as phone thefts rise 31%
Fraud cases in Scotland have increased by two-thirds in the last year, according to new research by AI and analytics leader, SAS. Phone thefts across the UK have also jumped 31%, as fraudsters target mobiles to access confidential information and log-in credentials. The study compared the number of cases in November 2022 to November 2021,…
Ukraine suffered 29 state-sponsored cyberattacks in 2022
In recent years, state-sponsored cyberattacks have become a growing concern for governments, businesses, and individuals alike. According to the data analyzed by the Atlas VPN team, Ukraine was a victim of 29 state-sponsored attacks in 2022. Behind most of the government-backed attacks stand China and Russia, with 44 and 38 cyberattacks, respectively. The United…
How Data Collection Could Lead to Scams
There’s a reason why data is being regarded by many as the oil of the 21st century. Information about our personalities, preferences and daily habits are being collected on a constant basis, from the websites we visit, the smart devices we interact with and the apps we download. In fact, research published by Apple revealed…
1 in 8 Brits who use internet dating have been targeted by romance scam
One in eight Brits (12%) who have tried internet dating have been targeted by romance or phishing scams, research by cybersecurity company NordVPN can reveal. These cons see fraudsters match with another user and then try to drain their bank account, either by dangling the promise of a romantic relationship or encouraging them to share personal details. …
The most common online security myths debunked
More than three quarters (78%) of Brits mistakenly believe their passwords are completely safe if kept with a large company Almost three in four (74%) don’t know that making a password longer improves its strength Those on a lower income are less informed about how safe their passwords are with companies Public WiFi, VPNs and…
Meta named as the least trusted technology company
Forbes Advisor names Meta the technology company Brits trust the least with their data, with nearly half (48%) holding the view it is untrustworthy Paypal is the most trusted technology company, with almost half (47%) claiming they trust the payments platform with their data Nine in ten Brits (90%) are concerned about their data being hacked…
Royal Mail cyber incident prevents posting abroad
Royal Mail has asked people to stop sending mail abroad due to a "cyber incident" causing severe disruption. It said it was temporarily unable to send letters and parcels overseas, and was "working hard" to resolve the issue. There are also minor delays to post coming into the UK, but domestic deliveries are unaffected. The…
6 Tips to Prevent Shopping Scams
Online fraudsters are taking advantage of M&S shoppers by posing as the retailer. “These misleading scam adverts are sending shoppers to fake websites that have nothing to do with M&S, luring them in with the opportunity to receive a £100 gift card," says Nick Drewe, founder of online discounts platform Wethrift. Once shoppers are directed to…
The 12 Scams of Christmas
Every year, scammers take the opportunity to target consumers shopping online around the Christmas period with new and old scams. This leaves people increasingly vulnerable. Together with James Walker, CEO of consumer data action service Rightly, we identify and explore twelve common scams that pop up at Christmas and explain what consumers should look out…
Scam website alert: Expert reveals 7 warning signs
Are you worried about falling victim to online scams and attacks? If so, you are not alone, as 81% of Brits fear fraudulent attacks, according to the NCSC. Scammers have utilised increasingly creative tactics to gain access to your personal information, making it harder to identify and protect yourself from phishing scams and fraudulent attacks. Recently in…
