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12 November 2012
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Man arrested for cyber-attack attempt
Police have arrested a 41 year old man over an alleged cyber-attack on the websites of Home Secretary Theresa May and the Home Office. For more information on safe internet use, click here For more information on protecting your website, click...
7 November 2012
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Fake Windows 8 antivirus warning
Internet security researchers have discovered new malware aimed at users of Microsoft's recently-launched Windows 8 operating system. For information and advice on keeping your Windows operating system updated, click here According to...
5 November 2012
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Internet dating firm dupes clients
An investigation by Channel 4 News alleges that one of Britain's largest internet dating firms hired staff to con customers into handing over more money and, in the process, abusing their personal details. To enjoy safe online dating, click...
2 November 2012
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Businesses reminded about disaster recovery readiness
In the wake of Superstorm Sandy's distructive path through the Caribbean and the North-East United States, there is a lesson for businesses everywhere about having the ability to maintain business continuity in the wake of such natural...
1 November 2012
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London arrests in connection with phishing crimes
Three men have been arrested in London on suspicion of involvement with an internet scam targeting online banking customers. For information and advice on spotting and dealing with spam and scam emails, click here The suspects - two Romanians...
30 October 2012
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