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Warning: We've had reports of scammers using ACCC phone numbers to contact members of the public. They do this to steal personal information. The ACCC does not make calls from our reception numbers. If you receive a call claiming to be from the ACCC asking for personal information, do not provide this information and hang up. This issue is being investigated.

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A sample email that threatens the recipient with fake images if they don't pay

Scam alert: Bulk email extortion scam

Criminals are emailing people claiming they have hacked into their computers or webcams and have access to compromising images and videos of them. These criminals threaten victims saying they will release the images and videos unless they are paid.

Screenshot of social media event promoting a scam. Heading reads 'We are looking for staff to assemble candy boxes from home.The details read 'no experience needed', 'free training' and an hourly rate. There is a link to a scam URL.

Scam alert: Jobs and 'side hustle' scams

People looking for work are being warned to watch out for scam job or 'side hustle' ads on social media.

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