They're the new high-tech scams to watch out for in 2013.
A Current Affair lists the cruel cons targeting families and reveals how to protect your identity and money.
Cruel cons:
People have been known to pose as the Australian Federal Police, as well as officials from Microsoft, the Australian Tax Office, courier companies and even charities.
Ways to protect yourself:
— Use strong passwords to protect personal information
— Limit personal information on the internet
— Keep your financial information private
— Never open spam or unsecure websites.
If you have been scammed, report it by via SCAMwatch.
