Banks Considering A 999-Style Fraud Hotline
The idea - which is in its early stages - is being examined by Financial Fraud Action UK, and has backing from the Home Office. It would let worried individuals dial 555 for help.
Young Adults often face different problems online
If you’re a young adult we have a section full of articles tailored to you.
ALL Wi-Fi Networks Found To Be At Risk Of Hacking
Cyber criminals may be able to easily access personal information shared over Wi-Fi networks. See our top tips on staying as secure as possible!
Internet Safety Strategy Announced
A green paper has been launched by the government to help shape the strategies in the UK around internet safety.
PPI Fraudsters Claim To Be From the FCA
Action Fraud warns of Fraudsters posing as Financial Conduct Authority officials in light of new campaign.
Yahoo! Data Breach Affected ALL Yahoo User Accounts
Yahoo has now said that all of its 3 billion user accounts were affected in a hacking attack back in 2013
October Cyber Scam Update Is Now LIVE
Stay up to date on the latest cyber scams affecting Warwickshire residents this month!
Scammers Using A Simple Con To Get Into Online Bank Accounts
The phone call based scam claims suspicious activity on your account; and even asks you to read aloud the verification code for your online banking!
Library Drop In Sessions Throughout Warwickshire
Come and say hello to the cyber crime advisers throughout Warwickshire next week. You can get lots of advice on how to stay safe online.
Action Fraud Launches Counterfeit Goods Campaign
The campaign highlights the dangers of buying counterfeit goods which include identity crime.
Look Out For More Fraudulent PPI Emails, Calls & Text Messages
Fraudsters are posing as officials or professionals from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and are cold calling customers stating that they are eligible for a PPI claim.
UPDATE: Latest Advice Following Equiax Data Breach
Equifax has confirmed that around 400,000 UK consumers have been affected by its recent data breach. While password-related data does not appear to have been involved in this breach, the main risk is an influx of more targeted phishing emails.
Cyber Champions, Could You?
Free training is being offered to individuals, groups and staff in Warwickshire to become cyber champions.