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Posted on 30 August 2024
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The ASD's ACSC has published a medium alert regarding email scammers impersonating the ASD's ACSC by sending out phishing emails to the public with the email content suggesting to download a malicious antivirus program.
The cybercriminals are emailing from spoofed email accounts utilising ASD’s ACSC’s logo, with the subject and contents of the email varying. These emails suggest that an increase in cyber threats requires the recipient to download ‘Antivirus’ software through a malicious link to stay safe. If clicked on, there is potential that malicious software could be downloaded and installed to the individual’s computer.
ASD’s ACSC encourages Australians to not click on links within the email, report it and block the sender. If you have clicked the link, require assistance, or if you’re not sure it’s a real email from ASD’s ACSC you can contact the ASD's ACSC via 1300 CYBER1 (1300 292 371).
For more information, please read the Australian Cyber Security Centre’s alert - Email scammers impersonating the ASD's ACSC.
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ANZ is aware of a global incident affecting some CrowdStrike and Microsoft services and we are monitoring the situation closely. There is no impact to ANZ's services and systems at this point in time.
Scammers are using this global incident to their advantage and we’re warning customers and businesses to be cautious of unsolicited calls, emails or messages requesting they download a software patch or provide remote access to fix or protect their computer from the CrowdStrike/Microsoft outage.
Downloading unsolicited software can give scammers access to your computer, including your bank accounts.
Customers and businesses should also be on alert to unsolicited requests from individuals claiming to be from their financial institutions or other businesses requesting they update or verify their personal or financial information due to the CrowdStrike/Microsoft outage.
Posted on 19 July 2024
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Whenever possible, try using different usernames and passwords/passphrases across multiple online platforms and websites. In the event of a data breach, your login details for these platforms or websites may get compromised and can be used in a cyberattack known as credential stuffing.
In a credential stuffing attack, the cybercriminal will use previously stolen usernames and passwords from one platform or website and use them on other platforms or websites in the hope that users are re-using them – to get unauthorised access to their user accounts.
This may lead to fraudulent transactions being made using the payment information saved in the user accounts on these platforms and websites.
Attacks of this nature are becoming more prevalent. To help safeguard your money and your information, we want to remind you of the following tips:
Posted on 05 July 2024
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Whenever you browse the internet, be cautious of fraudulent pop-ups.
Pop-ups are windows or banners that automatically appear on a website and usually contain either advertising, notifications, or alerts. Often scammers use fraudulent pop-ups with warning messages to trick people into downloading software, click on links, or provide personal information. These fraudulent pop-ups are designed to create a sense of panic and may lead to personal data theft, financial loss, and broader security breaches within networks.
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ASD’s ACSC have published a critical alert regarding a CrowdStrike software update has led to worldwide outages impacting Windows systems on Friday 19 July 2024.
ASD’s ACSC strongly encourages all consumers to source their technical information and updates from official CrowdStrike sources only.
ASD’s ACSC is monitoring the situation and is able to provide assistance and advice as required. Organisations or individuals that have been impacted or require assistance can contact us via 1300 CYBER1 (1300 292 371).
For more information, please read the Australian Cyber Security Centre alert - Widespread outages relating to CrowdStrike software update
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