Individuals
Explore our content to find practical guidance on how to keep your information safe and secure online.
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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
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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Serious issue with older Microsoft Windows systems
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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
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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
Common Threats
Objectionable material
The term 'objectionable material' usually relates to any publication that deals with subjects like sex, horror, crime, c
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Christchurch tragedy-related scams and attacks
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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,
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
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
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Google Chrome web browser security issue
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CERT NZ’s threat feed saves New Zealanders a costly tax year
CERT NZ’s timely actions have saved some New Zealanders a costly end to the tax year. With the help of CERT NZ’s threat
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Buying a new device
Get our tips to help you stay secure when you're thinking of buying a new device.
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Bomb threat emails affecting New Zealanders
Common Threats
SIM swapping attacks
A SIM swap attack (also known as SIM porting or SIM hijacking) is where an attacker tricks a mobile phone service provid