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Yesterday in the High Court at Auckland, Neighbourly was successful in being granted an injunction against any unauthorised use of the data taken in a recent breach.
As we alerted you on January 1 and confirmed on January 3, our systems were accessed illegally and members’ information, … View moreYesterday in the High Court at Auckland, Neighbourly was successful in being granted an injunction against any unauthorised use of the data taken in a recent breach.
As we alerted you on January 1 and confirmed on January 3, our systems were accessed illegally and members’ information, including names, email addresses, GPS coordinates from the address you provided to us, forum posts and direct member communications were among the data that was accessed.
We acted immediately upon hearing of a potential breach: we temporarily disabled the site, notified members and authorities including the Privacy Commissioner and worked with our external security consultants to understand if and how it had occurred. We then confirmed the breach with members, safely restored the site to service and began the process of seeking the injunction. Yesterday’s decision by Justice Johnstone prohibits the use of the data by any unauthorised person, and requires them to permanently delete it, or any information obtained from it.
This does not mean that vigilance against scammers is not still required: there is a large industry globally that seeks to use stolen information for identity fraud or to dupe people into providing details of their financial affairs for theft. Again, to keep yourself safe from scammers it is critical that you:
- Don’t click links in emails. Instead, type the web address directly into your browser. This helps ensure you’re visiting a real site, not a fake one
- Enable two-factor authentication where available as this adds an extra layer of security to your data
- Stay alert for phishing emails. Be cautious of unexpected emails asking for personal information, especially ones that create a sense of urgency.
Again, we want to apologise to you for this illegal access to the Neighbourly database and to assure you that we have carefully worked through how this occurred. We have safely secured the site and its services for use and ensured we have robust processes in place so this cannot happen again.
We are continuing to work with the relevant authorities, including the National Cyber Security Centre, on any further steps we need to take.
If you have any further questions please contact us via our customer support team at helpdesk@neighbourly.co.nz.
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If Santa gave you a chainsaw, you are thinking of buying
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If you want answers to questions like-
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one or have just purchased one and are going
WHAT NOW?
Then this is the session for you.
If you want answers to questions like-
What else do I need to use my saw safely?
Does size matter? (it does)
How do I sharpen my saw?
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If Santa gave you a chainsaw,
you are thinking of buying
or have just purchased one and are going
WHAT NOW?
Then this is the session for you.
if you want answers to questions like-
What else do I need to use my saw safely?
Does size matter? (it does)
… View moreIf Santa gave you a chainsaw,
you are thinking of buying
or have just purchased one and are going
WHAT NOW?
Then this is the session for you.
if you want answers to questions like-
What else do I need to use my saw safely?
Does size matter? (it does)
How do I sharpen my saw?
Get answers to all your questions in an informative and entertaining 2-hour session, that will help you safely use and maintain one of the most versatile tools around.
$50.00 pp
Call Kevin on 0274-423-859 for enquiries
Two - 100% cotton single sheets- for colder nights. In really good condition
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Two 100% cotton queensize sheets to keep you warm during cooler nights. Have been stored- as our home is too warm for them.
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Lasy Construction Set with over100 pieces & a building manual. H shaped design with interlocking pieces promoting creativity, problem solving, hand & eye coordination & STEM skills. Suitable for all ages, toddlers - older kids.
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Dear Neighbours,
We wanted to update you with what we have uncovered in regards to the potential Neighbourly data breach which we were alerted to on Thursday January 1.
Over the past few days we have worked to understand whether our members’ data had been accessed without authorisation and,… View moreDear Neighbours,
We wanted to update you with what we have uncovered in regards to the potential Neighbourly data breach which we were alerted to on Thursday January 1.
Over the past few days we have worked to understand whether our members’ data had been accessed without authorisation and, if so, the extent of the breach.
We have now confirmed that there was a breach of some data from our registered users. We are now satisfied that the breach was quickly contained, and we have restored the Neighbourly site and services.
Our investigations have shown that there was unauthorised access of Neighbourly data, which included our registered members’ names, email addresses, GPS coordinates, forum posts and member communications. It did not include passwords but some publicly advertised event and business addresses were included.
Following best practice, we will look to seek a court injunction against any use of the material.
We want to apologise to our members for this occurrence and any concerns it may have caused you over the past few days. We have, of course, addressed the issue that allowed the theft to occur, and we are satisfied that the site is secure for use by all of our members. We will work closely with all our staff to ensure we have the most robust processes in place to prevent it from happening again.
Thank you to our members who contacted us over this period and for the understanding you have shown as we work through the complex issues associated with cyber theft.
Q&A regarding Neighbourly data breach
The Team at Neighbourly
There will be no Tawa Lions Stall operating on 3rd Jan
Van Bui will be there as normal selling fruit and veges.
Market at Outlet City Car Park, near Dominos Pizza, Main Road Sth, Tawa. 9am to 2pm
tawamarket@lionsclubs.org.nz
A craft project a day keeps the boredom away. Entertain kids with these easy arts and crafts projects using pegs, ice block sticks and Resene testpots. Find out how to create and paint your own peg crafts with these easy step by step instructions.
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leather/synthentic upper
There is heaps of wear left in these shoes. Does have the normal crease at the front from normal wear. Otherwise excellent soles and well made shoe. Selling on behalf. Get a cheap pair of shoes
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Each correct answer will get you one entry into the draw to … View moreGrab a copy of your local Stuff newspaper between 1 Jan - 28 Jan and participate in the Summer Kiwi Quiz! Test your knowledge, answer the daily New Zealand based questions, and find out how well you know our beautiful country!
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