They Got to Me Through My Computer
They have my bank details: What should I do?
I've sent money: What should I do?
They came to my door or got to
me on the phone: What should I do?
They got to me about my health: What should I do?
They have my identity information: What should I do?
To protect myself, I want to...
Know the scammer's secrets
Know what to do
Know the law
Know the scams
Scamwatch's Law section
Netsafe
What Should I Do?
A virus or other harmful software may still be
on your system.
Run a full system check using reliable virus
protection software.
If you do not have this software already, install it,
along with an internet barrier called a "firewall".
Netsafe, The
Internet Safety Group provides information about
protecting your computer, and you can access their site
to find it. Netsafe also provide a Step by step guide to computer security.
Change all your passwords. The scammers may have
access to them.
Keep your protection software up to date.
Don't respond in any way to unsolicited emails.
If in doubt, delete.
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