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Scams, Hacks and Frauds: Keeping you and your family safe from scams

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At Scams, Hacks and Frauds. We believe that sharing stories is the absolute best way to protect people from getting scammed or falling into a hacker's trap. By listening to our stories and sharing them with your friends and family, you can be better protected against Scammers, Fraudsters and Hackers.

Each week, you and your loved ones can learn the red flags of a scam or fraud attempt just by listening to a true crime story told in the time it takes to drink a cup of coffee, helping keep you and your loved ones safe.

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Scams, Hacks and Frauds: Keeping you and your family safe from scams

Scattered Spider Hack Qantas - Can Passwords really keep your account safe?

July 07, 2025 • Cee | Host of Scams, Hacks and Frauds. • Season 1 • Episode 7

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Cee delves into the recent cyberattack on Australian airline Qantas, attributed to the notorious hacking group Scattered Spider.

Cee also provides practical advice on protecting personal information, emphasising the dangers of password reuse and the benefits of using private relay email services and changing your passwords for passkeys.

We publish new content every other Monday. The 10 minutes our episodes may save your wallet, and help protect your family.

If you like shows like "The Perfect Scam" or "Darknet Diaries" then this show might be for you.

On our website you’ll find more computer hacking, identity fraud, impersonation, consumer rights and Romance Scams. To find these and to access our transcripts, visit us at www.scamshacksandfrauds.com.

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