Phone scams are ‘exploding’ and costing vulnerable Australians millions, new data shows | #phishing | #scams | #cybersecurity | #hacker

If you have received more than the usual amount of suspicious calls or text messages this year, you’re not alone. Key points: Australians are seeing increasing financial losses from phone-based scams Indigenous Australians have reported a sharp increase in money lost in 2021 Experts are calling for vigilance and for people to…