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flag Older Australians are more vulnerable to scams despite better security habits, new research shows.

flag Australian government research reveals generational differences in cyber threat responses: older adults (65+) are more likely to wait for official guidance after a breach and less proactive in checking for data leaks (28% vs. 66% among younger groups), but they show stronger security habits like using unique passwords (72% vs. 54%) and updating software (80% vs. under 60%). flag Despite these protective behaviors, Australians over 65 remain the most vulnerable to financial scams, with over 44,000 complaints and $88 million lost in 2025. flag Younger generations are more vigilant in monitoring exposure but more prone to risky actions like clicking suspicious links. flag Experts stress the need for tailored awareness campaigns, as 5.2 million Australians take no action after a breach unless notified, and 3.2 million experienced personal fraud in the past year.

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