Cybersecurity

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Have you received any Instagram Password Reset Emails Recently?

Do you have an Instagram account?  A recent increase in Instagram password reset emails which started earlier this month coincides with reports that data linked to more than 17 million Instagram accounts may have reappeared on underground dark web websites. While the emails look genuine as though they are being sent from Instagram’s own systems […]

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Hidden Spyware: How Apps Abuse Your Permissions

Spyware isn’t just the scary malware you hear about in what feels like semi-daily headlines. In fact, it’s already on your phone—often disguised inside everyday apps. Instead of stealing files, most spyware quietly abuses the permissions you grant. It may track your location, or even tap into your camera and microphone, sending that data back

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CYBER SMART WEEK 2025

Last week was National Cyber Smart week, and this year’s theme was “Own Your Online”. Cyber-crime today is more sophisticated than ever before.  In the last six months, 54% of New Zealanders have experienced an online threat with over $1000 lost on average per incident.  Following on from Cyber Smart last week we’re sharing some

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Cybersecurity Starts with Your Team: Don’t Let One Click Cost Your Business

In today’s digital landscape, small businesses across the Rangitikei and Manawatū are increasingly being targeted by cybercriminals. We know many business owners invest in antivirus software and firewalls, however, sometimes the breach point isn’t technical—it’s human! According to CERT NZ (Computer Emergency Response Team), over 80% of cyber incidents in small businesses stem from staff

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Your Router Is the Front Door to Your Digital Life — Is It Locked?

When we think of cybersecurity, we often picture antivirus software or strong passwords. But there’s one device quietly running in the background that’s often ignored — your home router. It’s the gateway between your devices and the internet, and if it’s not properly secured, it’s like leaving your front door wide open. Cybercriminals are increasingly

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