Tag: Action Fraud
Action Fraud warns of scam Ukraine emails
The UK’s national fraud reporting centre has issued a warning to those wanting to help victims of the Ukraine war. Action Fraud has sent out an alert as cybercriminals are […]
Ofcom plans crackdown on fake number scams
UK phone companies will make it harder for fraudsters to use their networks for fake number scams, under a range of measures proposed by Ofcom today. Almost 45 million people were […]
1 in 10 victim of social media ‘scam ads’, claims Which?
Almost one in 10 people (9%) have fallen victim to online scam ads via social media sites or search engines as platforms fail to tackle a flood of bogus […]
Computer takeover scams cost users over £16 million a year
Consumer watchdog Which? is warning of the dangers of fraudsters using computer takeover scams to steal money and personal details from unsuspecting victims, as data shows reported losses reached more […]
Tech giants should do more to protect users from online scams, warns Which?
Social media users are seriously underestimating their chances of falling victim to online scams and face devastating emotional and financial consequences because tech giants are not doing enough to warn […]
5 tips for guarding against financial fraud during COVID-19
Price comparison engine GoCompare is urging people to stay safe online as official statistics show a dramatic increase in phishing and online shopping scams as cybercriminals look to capitalise on […]
Action Fraud warns Instagram users about ‘get rich quick’ schemes
Victims of bogus “get rich quick” schemes advertised on Instagram have reported losing a total of more than £3 million since October, Action Fraud warns. Between October 2018 and February […]
Cyber crime victims lose £34.6m in six months, claims Action Fraud
People falling prey to cyber crime have reported losing £34.6 million, the latest numbers from Action Fraud show. Hacking of social media and email accounts continues to be the most […]
