Cyber Security Awareness Month: The AFP on remote access scams

A scammer might pretend to be support staff from telcos or internet providers and will call victims up, warning them they may be infected by a dangerous virus. Using this fear tactic, the scammers then ask for access to your computer, and before you know it, you’re system – and your data – is compromised.

Here’s the Australian Federal Police (AFP) on what to watch for and how to avoid remote access scams.

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David Hollingworth

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David Hollingworth has been writing about technology for over 20 years, and has worked for a range of print and online titles in his career. He is enjoying getting to grips with cyber security, especially when it lets him talk about Lego.

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