Scammers Use Facebook Details To Cold Call Potential Victims
Facebook have revealed that scammers have been able to abuse its phone number and email search facility to make scam phone calls
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.
Facebook have revealed that scammers have been able to abuse its phone number and email search facility to make scam phone calls
This month, the telephone fraud which saw one Warwickshire resident lose £300; a copycat website trying to con you out of money; and the eight scams tipped to surge this year!
From Fake Wedding Wesbites, To Social Media Spies...Find Out The Scams Expected To Be Prevalent Across 2018
72 students had their funds taken by phishers between the start of the 2015 academic year and December 2017.
Free event in Warwickshire looking to raise awareness of online gaming safety and technology use.
More than 52% of Britons aged 18-25 use the same password for their online accounts
The software is able to detect 94% of so-called Islamic State's online activity. Anything the software uis not sure about can be flagged for a human decision to be taken.
We want young people in Warwickshire, aged 6-17, to give other young people advice on how to share respect online.
Researchers suggest the lack of protection allows for anything from simple nosiness, to complex blackmail schemes.
"To every victim of this insidious kind of attack, I am here to say: You can fight back, and win."
The 'Secret Sister' scam encourages users to share their personal details, buy gifts of at least £7 each for strangers, yet end up with nothing in return
Childnet launch 'Project deSHAME', encouraging confidence in reporting online sexual harassment among minors & developing resources for schools to effectively prevent and respond to these incidents
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.
If you use public Wi-Fi regularly, consider getting a VPN for your device
Warning issued to WhatsApp users over account takeover scam - Criminals are targeting WhatsApp users by posing as a friend and asking for a security code. 📱 cybersafewarwickshire.com/warning-issued…
Apr 11Please take a look at @natonlinesafety 's great new guide on Digital Devices. They've changed the way we live – but the new forms of stress they can bring are an #OnlineSafety risk. 📱😟 Our #WakeUpWednesday guide has tips for reducing ‘always on’ anxiety 🛡
Please take a look @natonlinesafety's great guide on passwords! 🔒⌨ As the digital world’s most common security measure, passwords remain a prime target for cyber criminals. Their #WakeUpWednesday guide has tips to improve #OnlineSafety by increasing your password strength 💪
Please take a look at @natonlinesafety's great new guide on the Apple iPad 🍏🔎 It's instinctive ease of use makes it a huge hit with children – but what #OnlineSafety risks should trusted adults watch out for? Their #WakeUpWednesday guide has the details 👀
Please take a look at @natonlinesafety 's new guide on NGL 💬👤 On this messaging app users anonymously make comments and ask each other questions, bullying and trolling are a clear #OnlineSafety risk. Their #WakeUpWednesday guide brings trusted adults the lowdown on NGL 👀
Please take a look at @natonlinesafety 's new guide! Their guides often deal with the #OnlineSafety risks, but this #WakeUpWednesday they explain how safe and healthy gaming is and how it can have some benefits for young minds 💡🎮
Happy #SaferInternetDay , a day to to promote the safe, responsible and positive use of digital technology for young people. Join us and @UK_SIC in celebrating this day. This year's theme is "Want to talk about it? Making space for conversations about life online"
Fantastic guides to help & support staff, parents and carers this #SaferInternetDay and beyond giving you the knowledge, skills and confidence to keep children safe in the online world! 📱💻 twitter.com/natonlinesafet…
We're here to support you this #SaferInternetDay! 🤩 Discover 250+ FREE...