Online security stories

Two-thirds of US online shoppers are anxious about their digital privacy, according to a Private Internet Access survey.

Over half of Australians would choose the stress of tax filings rather than dealing with scam messages, a McAfee study reveals.

World More Than A Password Day launches with endorsement from 90 global organisations to bolster online security.

ExpressVPN branches into wider security tools, unveiling its new password manager, Keys, for a safer and more secure online experience.

As online festive shopping skyrockets, concerns about personal cyber security have deepened. Avoid becoming a victim of scams with these top tips.

Gen Z and millennials, the digital era's major users, are most at risk of falling prey to cybercrimes, a study suggests.

New Magecart web skimming campaign targets food and retail websites, using advanced concealment techniques to hide malicious code.

New report reveals alarming trends in Gen Z's attitudes towards online security, as well as increased cybersecurity concerns and adoption of measures.

Kensington's Verimark Fingerprint Keys offer a passwordless solution to online security, providing a simple and secure way to protect your data.

Photographs, home addresses, and date of birth were among the personal details available online through search engines.

The Avast Q2 Threat Report found that over 75% of all threat detections on desktops were attributed to scams, phishing, and malvertising.

Enterprises’ ability to provide their customers with top-notch yet secure online experiences has thus become critical to business success.

A new joint development between Netsafe and some of the world's leading social media companies is set to provide Kiwis with safer online experiences.

Researchers also observed a 70% average increase in attempted ransomware attacks in November and December compared to January and February.

The majority of New Zealanders are concerned about data privacy, with 53% stating companies are requesting too much personal information.

Almost a quarter of UK online shoppers use guest accounts due to data privacy fears, according to a report by Empathy.co.

Mozilla launches VPN in New Zealand, offering users an extra layer of protection for their personal data and information.

NZ hit by scam Google reviews, firms urged to update listings.

39% of people would take money in exchange for giving a stranger complete access to their private data online.

New survey reveals 79% of New Zealanders concerned about protection of personal data, with 73% changing online behaviour as a result.

Kiwis worry about online safety but skip basic protections like antivirus, new survey shows.

Kaseya recently announced the acquisition of RapidFire Tools, expanding their IT assessment and compliance software portfolio.

Joseph Cannataci, who is exploring avenues for protecting cyberspace privacy, said it was both urgent and essential for countries to act together.

Security threats are a major concern, and these threats are only becoming more prominent as we connect more devices to the internet.