ID Support news and updates

Keeping you up to date with all the latest trends in data breaches, scams, cybercrime and protecting your personal information.

 

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2 October 2026

Beware of malware this October

ID Support NSW is encouraging people and small businesses to be cautious online and watch out for the warning signs of potential malware downloads this Cyber Security Action Month.  

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1 October 2026

Local council impersonation phone scam 

ID Support has seen a recent increase in scams impersonating local councils. 

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23 September 2026

Crows Nest Soul Pattinson Chemist Data Breach

RxM Management Pty Ltd (RxM), which manages Crows Nest Soul Pattinson, recently experienced a cyber security incident.

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22 September 2026

ID Support NSW at the Henty Machinery Field Days

ID Support NSW will be attending the Henty Machinery Field Days from 22 to 24 September, providing free information and support to help people protect their identity, stay safe from scams and understand what to do if their personal information is compromised.

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14 August 2026

Getting the message out for Scams Awareness Week

Scams Awareness Week is Australia’s annual campaign dedicated to helping Australians recognise, avoid and report scams.

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2 July 2026

Mosman Council cyber incident

Mosman Council has advised that it is responding to a cyber incident involving a third-party software provider that occurred in May 2026.

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3 June 2026

Scam Alert: Fake FIFA World Cup 2026 websites

As FIFA World Cup 2026 gets closer, scammers are using the excitement of the event to target fans. They are creating fake websites that look like official FIFA pages, copying logos, branding, and layouts to make them seem real and trustworthy.

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14 May 2026

Environment Protection Authority data breach

On 28 June 2025 there was unauthorised third-party access to the Environment Protection Authority’s (EPA) Protection of the Environment Operations (POEO) public register, which includes non-public documents relating to Dangerous Goods, Radiation and Pesticides licences.

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23 April 2026

NSW encouraged to bolster online safety for World Password Day

People across New South Wales are being encouraged to take simple steps to strengthen their online security by registering for ID Support’s upcoming World Password Day webinar.

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17 March 2026

Cybercrime Squad charges man over $5 million crypto investment scam targeting vulnerable Australians

Cybercrime Squad detectives have charged a man following an investigation into a largescale investment scam under Strike Force Resaca. 

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