Young people often use the internet in a completely different way to older generations. Find out what could make you vulnerable online, and how to stay safe.
Websites that allow people to watch free streams of the latest season of Game of Thrones contain a worrying amount of harmful malware, security researchers have found.
The fictional online character 'momo', which was alleged to have encouraged children to self-harm, as been described as a hoax.
Action Fraud is warning Instagram users to be weary of fraudulent investment posts offering 'get rich quick' schemes on the app.
Cyber security discovered the first malicious app for the record-breaking video game, which is yet to be released on Android or IOS devices.
An EE customer has said she was stalked by an ex-partner who worked at the firm, after he accessed her personal data without permission.
In this month's edition, we're raising awareness of fake HMRC phishing emails, Apple's eaves-dropping bug, comment scams on YouTube and how Instagram's sensitivity screenings.
High-profile Youtubers have been impersonated by scammers sending fake messages to subscribers crafted to look like they were sent by the video stars.
In this months edition, we're raising awarness of tv licence and fake tax phishing scams online, cold-call pension scams and how to turn off your location on Snapchat.
The reported losses for victims aged 17-24 total £164, 993
Fraudsters imitating one university’s address lead to a total victim loss of over £350,000.
As the number of scams reported last year grew, we highlight some of the investment scams to be aware of; and offer our top tips.
Every year we’re able to do more and more online. From sending messages to sorting out our finances, today we can do it from our phones and tablets wherever we are. But the more we can do online, the more we’re exposed to hazards. Cybersafe is here to help you stay safe online, so you can browse to your heart’s content, knowing you’re protected against scams, fraud and security problems.
If you’re the victim of a cyber crime, or you know of a current online scam, report it here.
If you need some advice dealing with cyber safety there’s always someone to talk to.
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