Your Superannuation, like many other assets of value, is prone to external security risks from scammers or cyber-criminals. While Nambawan Super has taken and continues to take extensive measures to protect your Super on all fronts, and from new cyber threats, as a Member it is important to also educate yourself, be aware of these risks and take preventative measures to safeguard your super.
Cyber Security and why it is important
Cyber security refers to the protection of computer systems, networks, and data from unauthorised access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. It also includes the protection of personal information and the safeguarding of data integrity.
It is important for protecting sensitive information, and financial assets, and safeguarding personal information. It is crucial for individuals, organisations, and Governments to take cyber security seriously, and to implement appropriate measures to protect against cyber-attacks.
What is Nambawan Super doing to protect your Super?
What can Members do to protect their super?
Ways scammers reach you
Text or SMS Scams
SMS or Whatsapp scam messages that will look like they are from a reputable company, business or even pretend to be your friends or family
Phone scams
Phone calls where the caller poses as a representative from a reputable company or someone you know
Email scams
Scam or phishing emails will try and prompt you to take urgent action, click on a link or download a file.
Social media scams
Fake profiles are very easy to create - and utilize your trust in a reputable company or may pose as a friend or colleague to attempt to scam you
Website scams
Accessing websites that aren't secure or clicking on links from fake websites are risky and leave you vulnerable to cyber attacks
In-person scams
Identity fraud may mean that even people you meet in person may try to scam you for your personal information or prompt you to take action
