Scamwatch warns Australians to be vigilant against scams following Optus breach

An Optus phone sign hangs above its store in Sydney

An Optus phone sign hangs above its store in Sydney Source: AAP / Mark Baker/AP

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Australia's consumer monitoring body is warning Australians and businesses affected by the Optus data breach to be on the lookout for scam messages that are already circulating. Experts are urging the government to consider more robust legislation to protect the sensitive information of Australians.



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