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NZTA Scams

By: SecureAZ Published on: 16/04/2025

Scammers are stepping up their game — and now they’re pretending to be the NZ Transport Agency (NZTA). We’ve seen a rise in scam emails and text messages claiming to be from NZTA. These messages often look official and urgent, tricking people into clicking dodgy links or handing over personal information.

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BNZ Phishing Scam - What Every Kiwi Needs to Know

By: SecureAZ Published on: 07/04/2025

Scams are hitting New Zealand harder than you might think. According to recent stats, 6 out of every 10 Kiwis face a scam attempt at least once a month. Even more worrying? Over two-thirds of people don’t report them.

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CERT NZ Phishing Disruption Service

By: SecureAZ Published on: 01/08/2024

Phishing is a type of cyberattack that involves sending fraudulent emails that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as a bank or government agency. The emails often contain a link or attachment that, when clicked, installs malware on the victim’s computer or steals their personal information. Phishing attacks are a serious threat to businesses and individuals alike. In New Zealand, phishing attacks cost businesses an estimated $1.2 billion each year.

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BNZ Text Scam – What You Need To Know

By: SecureAZ Published on: 12/07/2024

BNZ Text Scam – Have you received a text message from BNZ recently? Beware, as it could be part of a sophisticated scam targeting Bank of New Zealand customers. Scammers are impersonating reputable organisations like Waka Kotahi and NZ Post to deceive unsuspecting customers into providing personal information.

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