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22
Jan
2024

Be wary of suspicious messages that appear to come from a bank.

Last week, a suspicious message that appeared to come from ING was shared with us 2367 times.

The message tells you that the battery of your digipas is low and that you can order a new digipas via a link.

Beware of emails from…

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19
Jan
2024

Online scams targeting iCloud users return

A phishing email specifically targeting iCloud users is currently circulating. The scammers are posing as iCloud to trick you.

Fraudulent emails alert you to a supposedly full iCloud space and offer to solve the problem by receiving 50GB…

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17
Jan
2024

Beware, fraudulent messages circulating in the name of the SNCB

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15
Jan
2024

The 5 most frequently asked questions about suspicious@safeonweb.be

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12
Jan
2024

Blue Monday: keeping your spirits up by shopping online? Follow these tips to avoid getting caught by the nose.

Blue Monday is often considered the most depressing day of the year.  Want to brighten up your day with a new pair of shoes or a technological gadget. Good idea, but be careful when shopping online and waiting for your package.

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11
Jan
2024

Watch out for emails saying: 'Federal fine'

We received as many as 3 459 reports of fake messages with the message: 'Federal fine' last week.  The attachment in the email contains a document (Strafvordering.pdf) that appears to be from Europol. This message is not from a police force. It…

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02
Jan
2024

Ready for the bargains? Use these 5 tips to shop online without worry

Hello bargain hunters!

With the start of bargain month in Belgium, great deals are lurking online. But, amid the discount madness, let's not forget to stay vigilant for online pitfalls too. Discover here five tips to shop safely and enjoy…

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02
Jan
2024

AXA Belgium warns of fake messages

AXA Belgium warns of messages that pretend you are a beneficiary of the life insurance of a recently deceased person. These messages do not originate from AXA Belgium but from fraudsters.

The message asks you to provide additional…

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23
Dec
2023

What are your good resolutions when it comes to online security?

The year 2024 is upon us, and with it comes the opportunity to make good resolutions to strengthen our online security. As technology evolves at a frenetic pace, online threats continue to grow. Protecting our personal and financial information…

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