What are examples of information obtained via phishing that are needed to commit theft or fraud?
The usernames and passwords that you use for online payment services
Your Personal Identification Number (PIN)
Your bank account numbers
The make of your car
With information such as this – usually in conjunction with other key information – fraudsters can access your bank accounts, open new accounts, transfer your account balances, apply for loans, credit cards and other goods or services, make purchases, access your personal email account, conceal criminal activities, receive government benefits or obtain a passport.