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Online shopping is a great way to save time and money. However, there are some people who like to take advantage of this...
03/05/2022

Online shopping is a great way to save time and money. However, there are some people who like to take advantage of this by running scams that makes you waste your hard-earned money.

They do this by selling products that don’t exist. There are many people who have fallen for buying these products. We want to make sure you aren’t one of these people.

Remember, if you have fallen for these scams, it’s extremely common. They are exceptionally deceptive, and you shouldn’t give yourself a hard time. In our article, we also talk through the steps you can take if a product or service you have purchased is a scam.
https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/how-to-avoid-online-shopping-scams

Online shopping scams - These scams can be found through online ads, social media, and websites. Read more to find out how to spot & report one.

Computers are a vital part of our lives, and probably one of the most used pieces of equipment in a business.Most of us ...
28/04/2022

Computers are a vital part of our lives, and probably one of the most used pieces of equipment in a business.

Most of us regularly use the internet, emails, and various other types of software, but we can’t be sure how secure these services are.

Every day, computer security experts identify new computer software scams, which can steal personal and financial details, whilst infecting computers with malware and viruses.
Read our article to find out more: https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/tech-support-scams-computer-software-scams

Tech support scams - There's been a rise in computer software scams. Criminals use these scams to take your data. Read to find out more.

Distraction burglary scams can affect both individuals and businesses.Theses criminals will attempt to steal important, ...
26/04/2022

Distraction burglary scams can affect both individuals and businesses.

Theses criminals will attempt to steal important, personal data. They can do this by impersonating genuine companies. For example, they might impersonate an electrician from a reputable company so they can gain access to your property.

They can also use other techniques to gain access to your home or business. Read our article to find out how you can spot the signs of this scam, so that you can prevent someone from taking advantage and stealing your identity.

https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/distraction-burglary-scams

Distraction burglary scams - There has been an increase in identity theft and distraction burglary is a main culprit. Read to find out more.

Have you received a call, text, email, or letter stating you are owed a tax rebate? It might even tell you that you owe ...
21/04/2022

Have you received a call, text, email, or letter stating you are owed a tax rebate? It might even tell you that you owe money for tax.

If you are told you are owed money it can be tempting to respond. However, we advise you avoid handing over any information and call HMRC on a phone number you’ve used in the past.

We advise you to read our steps to prevent a HMRC scam before you end up handing your details over to a potential criminal.
https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/hmrc-scams-tax-scams

HMRC scams are used by criminals and are a form of identity theft. Learning about the signs of these tax scams, can keep you one step ahead.

Don’t give yourself a hard time if you find you’ve fallen victim to a courier scam.These types of online identity scams ...
19/04/2022

Don’t give yourself a hard time if you find you’ve fallen victim to a courier scam.

These types of online identity scams are designed to seem genuine.
There are steps you can follow if you believe you’re the victim of these attacks.

Our article also looks into the signs of a courier scam and how to avoid falling for them. Read more: https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/courier-scams-uk

Courier Scams UK - There has been a rise in police and bank scam calls across the UK. Here are some tips on avoiding courier scam fraud.

If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is. You should never invest in something you don’t fully understand.W...
14/04/2022

If it sounds too good to be true, then it probably is. You should never invest in something you don’t fully understand.

We advise you do your own research before you hand someone else your money.

Criminals will trick you into parting with your money by promising a high return on investment. They may also present you with fraudulent documents that look genuine, but the criminals have created themselves.

We’ve outlined a few more ways you can spot and prevent an investment scam as well as what to do if you fall victim.
Read more: https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/investment-scams-uk

Investment scams UK - It's important anyone investing in a business looks out for the the signs that they are investing into a scam.

Phone spoofing scams are trending at the minute, and we want to make sure you don’t fall victim to these attacks.It can ...
12/04/2022

Phone spoofing scams are trending at the minute, and we want to make sure you don’t fall victim to these attacks.

It can be one of the most difficult crimes to spot as criminals often change their caller ID to spoof numbers of genuine companies.

These scammers will sound believable because they will have received training on impersonating call handlers in the business they are impersonating. They may also use urgent language or threats to make their victims panic, scaring kind and vulnerable people.

We have produced a list of how to spot and protect yourself from these calls. We’d also appreciate if you could share these facts with friends, family, and colleagues so that they keep safe.
Read more:
https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/is-this-phone-number-fake-phone-spoofing-scams

Phone spoofing - Is this phone number fake? Avoid identity fraud by following these simple steps to avoid criminals taking your personal details.

We’ve seen an increase in scams designed to steal the online identity of individuals and businesses.Over the next few we...
07/04/2022

We’ve seen an increase in scams designed to steal the online identity of individuals and businesses.

Over the next few weeks, we’ll be sharing articles on the most common scams going around at the minute.
In the meantime, our online identity article covers:
• What is online identity theft?
• What are the signs of online identity theft?
• How can I protect myself from these scams?
• What should I do if I fall victim to these scams?

Read our article to find out more: https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/identity-theft-law-uk-what-is-identity-theft

Identity theft law UK - What is identity theft? How you can prevent and report it? Follow our few simple steps to protect your accounts or business.

Cybercrime cost the education millions of pounds each year. We want to help schools by taking away the stress of cost.Ou...
05/04/2022

Cybercrime cost the education millions of pounds each year. We want to help schools by taking away the stress of cost.

Our quality products and services come at a great price. We also provide free resources on our website to help with cyber security.
Read our article to find out more about how staff can keep safe online.
https://www.capnet.co.uk/news/schools-ict-services-free-advise

Schools ICT services – CapNet have recently launched a new ICT service for schools. Here is some free advice to help all schools in Wirral.

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