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Last week at #ABE2025, we heard real-world cyber crime stories from accountants all over Australia. Have any of these come across your desk, or impacted your firm? ?? ATO EMAIL FRAUD Cyber criminals intercepted a compulsory super contribution email and changed the payment details to direct to them. In this case, the recipient was savvy enough to spot the difference and no funds were transferred. ?? PRACTICE IMPERSONATED VIA AI EMAIL FRAUD A cyber criminal gained access to an employee's email account, where they started emailing client contacts with a highly sophisticated and personalised impersonation (enhanced by AI tools). ?? BREACH OF BANKING APP Cyber criminals used a phishing email and session hijacking techniques to steal $1000s via bank transfer. With AI tools in the hands of cyber criminals, we're seeing more and more of these stories in 2025. Right now, we are performing free Accounting Security Consults for Australian firms. We'll share knowledge on how the Australian accounting industry is being impacted by cyber crime, and how smart firms are protecting themselves with best practice. Book your free Accounting Security Consult today: https://lnkd.in/gmCH6GmK

Great to catch up with Kyelie Baxter FCPA at #ABE2025! Kylie is one of our long-time clients, and a leading voice in the industry. Fantastic to hear her insights on growth for accounting firms.

Amanda Gascoigne FCA GAICD chatting cyber security with our CEO Jamie Beresford and Head of Community & Partnerships Jenny Caune. Always great connecting with our amazing clients and advocates, especially our shining leaders in the industry.

?? Because cyber crime never sleeps! ????? Live from the?Accounting & Business Expo?2025! Sasha Bellekom Bridgette Campbell

See you at ABE2025 Sydney? The world of cyber crime for accountants has changed more in 2025 than ever before. AI tools have given criminals powerful ways to manipulate accountants and their clients. It’s happening right now and it’s causing real financial damage to firms just like yours. Don’t wait, benefit from our real-time experience on the front lines defending 28,000 accounting professionals. We can’t wait to share more so see you at stand B33 to chat about the steps you can take to protect your firm. Can't make it to ABE2025? Book a security consultation for a more personalised 1:1 discussion about your firm's cyber security today. ?? https://bit.ly/41ZxdSo ?? ICC, Sydney ?? March 12-13, 2025 ?? Register here: https://bit.ly/3XHNbOt

??We’re coming to Sydney next week for Accounting & Business Expo 2025—will we see you there?? ? As you may know, cyber criminals are adopting new strategies to target accounting firms armed with AI tools. Don’t let your firm be next! ?? Practice Protect is here to help fight the good fight and protect your sensitive client data. ?? Stop by our booth at the Accounting & Business Expo 2025 to chat all things cyber security for your accounting practice! #accounting #accountants #bookkeepers #taxprofessionals #CPAs

Some notes are secret, meant just for you. ?? Others can be shared—with your team, but keep them secure too. Either way, Practice Protect always has you covered, your data stays safe and protected night or day! ?? Say it with a secured note. Share it with a secured note. Happy Valentine's Day! ?????????? #accountants #CPAs #accountingprofessionals #bookkeepers #taxprofessionals #USAccountants #HappyValentinesDay

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ICYMI: Here’s Practice Protect 2024 Wrapped – Accountants’ Edition! ?Wishing you a merry and bright New Year from all of us at Practice Protect!? #PracticeProtect2024Wrapped #accounting #accountants #CPAs #USAccountants #TaxProfessionals

???The recap you didn’t know you needed, until now. Here’s Practice Protect Wrapped—2024 in the rearview, but make it accountants edition. ?? Curious to see more? Let us know in the comments! ???? #PracticeProtect2024Wrapped #accounting #accountants