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10
Nov
2022

Beware of false tax return messages

It's getting close to the time of possible refunds for tax returns. Cybercriminals know this and try to scam you: they make you believe that your information is not up to date to make the refund. The email asks you to click on a "to document"…

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09
Nov
2022

Beware of extortion messages that appear to come from Cert.be

We are receiving reports of messages abusing the name and logo of Cert.be, the Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium (CCB) and the police. You are allegedly accused of sexual abuse of minors. This message is fake.

You are asked to send an e-…

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28
Oct
2022

Beware of fake emails circulating in the name of Amazon 

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24
Oct
2022

FPS Economy warns of phishing messages in the name of the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises

Last week, the FPS Economy warned of phishing messages in the name of the Crossroads Bank for Enterprises (CBE). The message is fake. 

The e-mail supposedly from KBO asks you to update your contact and company details as soon as possible…

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19
Oct
2022

Beware of links you receive by email, text message or otherwise

We cannot say it often enough: be very careful with links you receive by e-mail, text message or other messaging systems. Never click on a link without knowing its origin. Sometimes these messages are in the form of prizes, competitions, so-…

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18
Oct
2022

Tips for securing your connected devices

In recent years, the number of connected objects has grown at an impressive rate (watches/wristbands, thermostats, washing machines, dishwashers, doorbells/lockers, hoovers, baby monitors...). The list is long.

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17
Oct
2022

Beware of false messages that seem to be sent by ONSS/RSZ

We have recently been informed that phishing e-mails are circulating in the name of the ONSS/RSZ (National Social Security Office). These are usually e-mails stating that "you are entitled to compensation" (or variations of this message, e.g. "…

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12
Oct
2022

Sextortion scam: back from never quite gone

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10
Oct
2022

2022 Campaign: OK is not always OK!

This year's Safeonweb campaign, which will be disseminated through various media, aims to draw attention to a particular theme: the security of mobile devices.

Learn how to properly secure your smartphone

Everyone, from the very young to…

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