Recover when things go wrong
Falling victim to a virus, online scam or other internet nasty can put a serious damper on your online activities – but help is available. If something has knocked you offline, check out the following information to help you get back up and running!
Recover when things go wrong
Threat-based impersonation scams
Typically, scammers pretend to be from a government agency or well-known company who threaten you into handing over your money or personal informat
Cryptomining
Is it illegal? Is it dodgy? The answer might surprise you.
Hacking
How hacking works and how you can stay safe.
Identity theft
Identity theft refers to stealing another person’s name or other personal information, usually for financial gain.
Malware
Use this guidance to learn about malware and how to protect yourself.
Phishing
Use this guidance to learn about how to protect yourself from phishing.
Ransomware
Use this guidance to learn how to protect yourself from ransomware.
Restoring your data
What happens if you are the victim of malware like ransomware? How should you respond?
Scams
Online scams cost Australians millions of dollars each year and anyone can be targeted.
Suspicious messaging
Be suspicious of emails from people or businesses you don't know, particularly if they promise you money, good health or a solution to all your problems.
Technical support scams
Technical support scams (also known as ‘remote access’ scams) play on people’s fears to get access to their computers and to steal their money.
