Make sure you're cyber safe

Mumsnet has reported itself to the UK's data protection watchdog after an upgrade let people see details of other accounts. 

The flaw could potentially be exploited by malicious hackers.

An EE customer has said she was stalked by an ex-partner who worked at the firm, after he accessed her personal data without permission. 

In this month's edition, we're raising awareness of fake HMRC phishing emails, Apple's eaves-dropping bug, comment scams on YouTube and how Instagram's sensitivity screenings.

Facebook-owned app promises changes to better shield users from self-harm images. 

Social media platforms have been urged to take more responsibility for the "horrific amount of disturbing content" children are able to access online. 

Fraudsters falsely claiming to be from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) are sending out scam letters and emails to residents claiming that they need to confirm 'details' with them.  

Apple has acknowledged flaw in its FaceTime software that allowed for brief eavesdropping - even if the recipient did not pick up.

High-profile Youtubers have been impersonated by scammers sending fake messages to subscribers crafted to look like they were sent by the video stars. 

Store of 770m email addresses and passwords discovered after being put on hacking website.

Fraudsters are impersonating Police officers and targeting the elderly/vulnerable.

Fraudsters are attempting to scam victims through 'Webcam Blackmail' also known as a 'Sextortion Scam'.