There is a new, sophisticated email scam you need to watch out for. Bad guys first send emails with links to inappropriate websites to business email addresses, and then follow up with extortion threats. It's been tested in Australia and now the USA, so NZ won't be far behind.
The email claims that a virus was installed on a porn website which recorded the victim through their webcam. “Then my software collected all your contacts from messengers, e-mails and social networks,” it says. “If I don’t receive my Bitcoins I’ll send video with you to all your contacts.”
This is a play on shame, the fear of tainting your professional image and using that fear to drive a poor decision.
If this type of scam email makes it through the spam filters into your inbox, do not click on any links, do not reply, and delete the message (or click on the Phish Alert button). Do not download any software to check your computer for viruses, but follow procedure to report these types of criminal emails. Remember: "Think Before You Click", it is more important than ever these days.
Educating your staff and giving them some basic Cybersecurity training is essential as a last line of defense in your business. Message me if you need help arranging this.
Daniel