Individuals
Explore our content to find practical guidance on how to keep your information safe and secure online.
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News
Cyber security incidents continue to rise
CERT NZ’s latest report shows Kiwis reported more than 1,400 cyber security incidents from 1 January to 31 March.
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Common Threats
Online child abuse
This is any kind of abuse of a child that happens on the internet.
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Guide
Keep your data safe with a password manager
Using a password manager is an easy way to protect yourself online — and you’ll only need to remember one password for a
Alert
Vulnerabilities in Apple devices reportedly being targeted by attackers
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News
Cyber security strengthens in the Pacific with the launch of SamCERT
A partnership between New Zealand and Samoa has strengthened cyber security resilience in the Pacific with the establish
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Common Threats
Cyber bullying
Cyber bullying relates to any kind of bullying, harassment or abuse that’s carried out online, for example through socia
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Guide
Keep up with your updates
Keeping your software and devices updated is one of the easiest and most effective ways of protecting yourself from a cy
Alert
Financial sector targeted in blackmail campaign
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News
Concerns over security increase as more people hit the online shops
Research shows that as more people are transacting online, concerns about the security of online shopping are on the min
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Common Threats
Objectionable material
The term 'objectionable material' usually relates to any publication that deals with subjects like sex, horror, crime, c
Alert
Serious issue with older Microsoft Windows systems
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News
New Zealanders report almost $17 million in loss due to cyber security incidents
CERT NZ’s latest report, released today, shows a 65% increase in reports of cyber security incidents over the past year,
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Common Threats
Spam
The term 'spam' refers to emails, SMS texts or faxes from an individual, or a company, that you didn’t ask to receive. I
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Guide
Secure your home network
You need to make sure your home wireless network is secure, to protect it against unauthorised access or attack. The bes