Scams have a long lasting, harmful impact on #communities. SCAMWhere? is a new project created to raise awareness of scams for people across #Derbyshire.
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In response to today’s IT outage which has caused significant global disruption, we have published this statement, including advice on how to defend against phishing attempts 👇
ncsc.gov.uk/news/major-it-ou…
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⚠️A new analysis from @MoneySavingExp, based on data from @actionfrauduk reports, has revealed the number of times that public figures and celebraties were mentioned in scams.
From @MartinSLewis to @taylorswift13, check out the top 20 celebrities feautured in scam adverts in 2022 and 2023. 👇
Exclusive: MSE analysis found that Martin Lewis is the most-featured public figure in scam adverts reported to Action Fraud
moneysavingexpert.com/news/2…
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@McAfee have provided us with this statement.
For more information to help you identify legitimate McAfee emails, please visit: mcafee.com/support/?articleI…
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🚨SCAM WARNING: Watch out for these FAKE McAfee emails, they've been reported to us over 4,500 times.
✅Report suspicious emails by forwarding them to: [email protected]
ℹ️ Your reports enable us to remove emails and websites used to perpetrate fraud.
#PhishyFridays
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Following the NCA’s news alert on the global increase of ‘sextortion’ - a type of online blackmail, Marie Smith from our @CEOPEducation team talks about how parents and carers can get advice on how to talk to young people about this rising threat.
nationalcrimeagency.gov.uk/n…
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⚠️We’re warning residents to be on their guard against scammers pretending to be from community alarm companies following reports older and vulnerable people in Derbyshire are being targeted.
More details 👉 ow.ly/9pnL50QNByU
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Don't take the bait! 🎣
Do you know how to identify a scam email, text message or website? 📧 📲 💻
Find out how to spot a phishing attempt and how to report it with the @NCSC
➡️ ncsc.gov.uk/collection/phish…
ALT A laptop with a number of scams taking place around it
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⌨️ Reusing the same password means criminals only need to steal one of your passwords in order to get into many of your accounts
Check out these top tips on how to secure your accounts properly: ncsc.gov.uk/cyberaware/home
#TurnOn2SV 🖱️
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Courier fraudsters typically claim to be a police officer or bank official when making an unsolicited phone call to their victim.
Stop and think before handing over any personal or financial information #courierfraud
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🚨| Careline scam alert!
We've had reports of scam calls to Careline users requesting personal details.
If you are uncertain, and want to clarify if we have been trying to contact you, please call Careline directly on 0300 303 3378.
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Phone number to remember: 159
If you need call your bank urgently (eg its just called you, and you've hung up as it may be a scam) and can't remember its number, just call 159 and it'll put you through.
PS if you have had poss scam call, use a different line to call back (or wait an hour) in case they're spoofing a dial tone.
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Getting the kids ready to go back to school can take a toll on your spending. Its important to know the signs of an illegal lender so you can stay clear and report.
#StopLoanSharksEngland #SLSEngland
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Would you know how to spot a loan shark?
They won't offer any paper work, add high interest rates to any loans, and can become aggressive or threaten violence.
To report a loan shark visit stoploansharks.co.uk
#SLSEngland #StopLoanSharksEngland
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No matter who else may be closed over the bank holiday weekend, we are ALWAYS open.
☎️ 116 123
📧 [email protected]
ALT Text we’re here if you need us this bank holiday
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Courier fraudsters will pose as police officers or bank officials in order to gain your trust. Remember, just because someone knows a few basic details about you doesn’t mean they’re genuine. Spot the signs of #CourierFraud ➡️
actionfraud.police.uk/courie…
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What words do you think of when thinking of a loan shark? We have taken some of the most commonly used words and put them together. If you relate to any of these you may be dealing with a loan shark. We're here for help & support, get more information at stoploansharks.co.uk
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We will NEVER contact you via:
🚫SMS
🚫WhatsApp
🚫Any other instant messaging service
If you receive a message claiming to be from the NCSC, here’s what you can do 👇
ncsc.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-…
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If you or someone who know receives an unexpected call by someone claiming to be from your bank or a police officer, verify who you are speaking to.
Hang up, wait five minutes and call back on a number you know is genuine #courierfraud
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🔒 Online safety vs. cyber security: What's the difference?
Cyber security protects our devices, while online safety teaches responsible online behaviour. Together, they make the online world safer for everyone, especially our children. Read more:
ncsc.gov.uk/blog-post/online…
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"All it takes is that moment of distraction... If in doubt, just don’t click.”
Clicking a fake Facebook notification led to weeks of anxiety and blocked access to an essential page for one Derbyshire business owner: orlo.uk/VmY5a
More info: orlo.uk/FTMyX