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No such thing as a “quiet time” for cyber security
The number of cyber incidents reported to CERT NZ has remained constant from the first to second quarter of the year. Bu
Individuals
Explore our content to find practical guidance on how to keep your information safe and secure online.
Guide
How to create a good password
Creating strong passwords for your online accounts is one of the most effective ways you can protect personal informatio
Common Threats
Ransomware
Ransomware is a type of malicious software that denies a user access to their files or computer system unless they pay a
Alert
Weakness in commonly-used software component being used by attackers.
News
Government and telcos join forces to battle SMS scam
In late September thousands of New Zealanders fell victim to the Flubot scam, the largest SMS text scam to hit our shore
Guide
Big Password Energy
Having Big Password Energy is all about making sure your device and online accounts are protected with the mean-est, str
Common Threats
COVID-19 scams
Scammers will use any opportunity to try to trick and manipulate people into giving out their personal or financial deta
Alert
FluBot malware infecting Android phones
Guide
Smart devices - The Internet of Things (IoT)
The Internet of Things (IoT) commonly refers to a smart device, or network of devices.
Common Threats
Phishing
Phishing is a type of email scam. The sender pretends to be a trustworthy organisation — like a bank or government agenc
Alert
Security issue with Adobe Acrobat and Reader
News
CERT NZ urges businesses to fix Java software weakness as soon as possible
A serious weakness has been discovered in a software component widely used by businesses and organisations.
Common Threats
Scams and fraud
Online scams are intended to manipulate or trick people into giving away their personal details, financial details, or m