A proactive approach to combat cyber threats and safeguard customers
Highlights:
- NAB identified and removed nearly 600 fraudulent websites impersonating the bank in 2024.
- These fake sites were used for phishing and investment scams, targeting Australians’ personal and financial data.
- NAB collaborates with tech companies and regulators to enhance cyber security and protect customers.
Summary: In a significant move to counter cyber threats, NAB successfully identified and removed almost 600 fake websites in 2024. These fraudulent sites, designed to mimic NAB’s official platforms, were used in phishing and investment scams to deceive Australians into sharing sensitive information.
NAB’s proactive measures include adding malicious sites to block lists and collaborating with tech companies and regulators to create a safer online environment. This initiative underscores NAB’s commitment to protecting its customers and making Australia a challenging terrain for cybercriminals.
