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@DurhamPolice Cyber Prevent & Protect team bringing #CyberProtect advice to ALL Please note this page is not monitored 24/7 and not to be used to report crime
North East, England
Joined May 2017
Another busy week for the team with escape rooms and staff training sessions. If your interested in a free session for cyber security drop us a message 📧 #Northeast #Durham
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This #bonfirenight, while you’re watching the fireworks light up the sky, don’t forget to protect children in the digital world too: Below 👇are some things to think about when your out this week enjoying the fireworks. #CyberProtect #Durham
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Tomorrow is Halloween! Make sure your not the one being tricked and turn on 2FA on all of your accounts! 🎃👻📱 #cyberprotect #northeast
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As you enjoy the spooky season, remember weak passwords can be truly terrifying! 🧛♂️📱👻 #CyberProtect #northeast
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⚠️Important message from @TakeFive to Stop Fraud⚠️ Criminals are sophisticated. They want your card details, and they can be convincing. So, stop and think – don't click that link! 🚫 #TypeDontTap #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect
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That link you got in a text, email or DM? Type don’t tap! Check the link is legit and always #StopChallengeProtect 🖐️☝️👊 If you think you’ve clicked on a suspicious link and shared your details, contact your bank immediately.. Find out more from @TakeFive. #TypeDontTap #TakeFive
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Got a link in a text, email or DM? Stop and think – don’t click that link 🚫 We’re supporting @TakeFive to remind you to visit trusted sites by typing their web address directly into your browser. #TypeDontTap #TakeFive #StopChallengeProtect
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DWP Scam Texts are still in circulation ⚠️ What to do if you receive a text like this: - Do not respond. - Do not click on any links or submit your personal information. - Forward the text message to 7726. - Report as junk. - Delete the text message. #CyberProtect #NorthEast
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We’re having an incredible time at Destination STEM! It’s fantastic to meet so many enthusiastic young people discovering the world of science, technology, engineering and maths. 📷📷 Thanks to everyone who’s stopped by our stand so far! #DestinationSTEM
#STEMInspiration
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We are still celebrating cyber security awareness month! Today is a reminder to always check emails or texts you were not expecting. Question any suspicious emails or texts, especially if they are wanting you to give out personal information. #CyberAwarenessMonth2025
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This month we are celebrating Cyber Security Awareness! 🥳 We will be posting all of our top tips reminding you how to keep yourself safe online. 📱💻👾 #CyberSecurityAwareness #CyberProtect #northeast
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Romance Fraud is never the fault of the victim. If you have already been a victim: 🏦Inform your bank as soon as possible 💻Check your credit file quickly and easily online 🎯Fraudsters sometimes re-establish contact with previous victims Report: https://t.co/Ng3BwM9V95
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😀📱💻It's been a busy week for us this week. We've spoken to members of the public regarding Romance Fraud, DWP scams and general Protect advice for keeping online accounts secure. We also delivered our ever popular Escape Room activity to Wolsingham School. 🔎
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We're highlighting Romance Fraud this week 💔📱 Fraudsters use language to manipulate, persuade and exploit. How to protect yourself from romance fraud: ❌💷Never send money: ⏲️🫖Get to know the person, not the profile: 🤝✅Talk to friends and family #CyberProtect #ScamAware
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When it comes to being more susceptible to scams and fraud, environment and time of day can play a role! ⏰ Always keep your guard up. Try our tool to test how #ScamSceptible you might be. 🔗Visit https://t.co/XgTVe3NAs2
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Are you #ScamSceptible today? Scammers can try to take advantage of how you're feeling. Tiredness, stress and even the time of day can play a role! ⏰ Try Take Five’s tool to test how susceptible you could be to a scam today 👉 https://t.co/XgTVe3N2Cu
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⚠️🚨We've seen a rise in hacked shopping accounts in recent months. Actions you can take to further secure your accounts: ✅Adjust security settings to 'always require sign in' and log in with biometrics. ✅Keep your passwords and verification codes private. #CyberProtect
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💻🔐 Yesterday we celebrated #NationalITProfessionalsDay! 👉 Thinking about starting a career in IT or Cyber? https://t.co/4sJpSqngpF
https://t.co/C8kQaHERrF 🌟 A big THANK YOU to all IT professionals who keep us safe, connected, and powered up. We appreciate you! 🙌
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🚨PCN (Penalty Charge Notice) scams are in circulation🚨 Characteristics: ⚠️Addressed impersonally ⚠️Sense of urgency ⚠️Directs you to a link ⚠️Threats of legal action Legitimate PCNs are never issued via text message. #NorthEast #ScamAlert
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☎Report pension scams to @actionfrauduk online at https://t.co/IW8fWgLiDf or by calling 0300 123 2040. If you're in Scotland, you can report it to Police Scotland on 101. 💰 You should also contact your pension provider immediately. #ProtectYourPension
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