Why Conveyancers Are Now Prime Targets for Cyber Crime

Property settlements are getting riskier and conveyancers are in the crosshairs.

You’re the middleman in property settlements, which means you hold the keys: client details, bank account information, settlement instructions, and millions in transaction data. Cyber criminals know this, and they’re targeting your sector specifically.

We’re seeing targeted attacks on conveyancing firms across Australia. Here’s how they work:

Email Impersonation: Attackers pose as your client or lender, sending fake settlement instructions with altered bank details

Credential Theft: Phishing emails trick your team into revealing login credentials, giving attackers access to your systems

Fund Diversion: Once inside, criminals intercept settlement instructions and redirect funds to their accounts, often undetected until it’s too late

The impact? Lost settlements, client lawsuits, regulatory investigation, and reputation damage.

Why You’re A Target

– You handle large sums of money in single transactions

– You have access to sensitive client financial information

– Your workflows involve multiple parties creating confusion attackers exploit

– Many conveyancing firms operate lean with limited IT resources

How We Protect You

Email Security: Advanced filtering catches impersonation attacks before they reach your team

Proactive Monitoring: Huntress EDR detects suspicious activity in real-time

Staff Training: Your team learns to spot red flags unusual requests, slight email changes, urgent language

Your clients trust you with their biggest financial transaction. Make sure your systems are bulletproof.

If you’re handling property settlements in Australia, let’s chat about your security posture.