Unisys Security Index

New Zealand Nz

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Summary

In New Zealand the overall index rose slightly up 3 points to 144 out of 300. While data privacy issues remain the top concerns for the majority of Kiwis, it is young people who are the most concerned about unauthorised access to and misuse of their personal information. Even so, they are also the group most likely to free public WiFi – whether for personal or work purposes.

Click on the image below to view our infographic that looks at who uses free public WiFi and could be putting data at risk

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Key Facts

  • 70% of 18-34 year olds are extremely or very concerned about unauthorised access to or misuse of their personal information compared to 59% of older people
  • 45% of 18-34 year old New Zealanders have used free public WiFi in the last year
  • 15% of 18-34 year olds used free public WiFi for work purposes