You’re safe from ransomware – if you have R6.4bn lying around
By Staff Writer 22 September 2021Ransomware attacks have massively increased since the start of lockdown. Here’s what you need to know to protect your company. FULL STORY >
Majority of South African organisations uncertain they can recover from a ransomware attack
By Staff Writer 16 September 2021A new study from Dell Technologies has revealed that 72% of IT decision makers aren’t certain they can recover business-critical data from cyberattacks or data loss. FULL STORY >
Privacy risks of online dating laid bare
By Staff Writer 15 September 2021Online dating can be difficult enough, but in 2021, it is fraught with more risk, as a new report revealed that every 5th user surveyed in South Africa has been doxed while looking for a relationship. FULL STORY >
Phishing attacks on the decline but spam email is still a threat
By Staff Writer 14 September 2021While phishing attacks have been waning in Africa, spam email is still going strong, according to the latest reports. FULL STORY >
Understanding the evolving cybersecurity landscape
By Industry Contributor 9 September 2021By Richard Frost, Product Head: Network and Endpoint Security, Vox FULL STORY >
WeconnectU to host cybersecurity webinar
By Staff Writer 2 September 2021An upcoming webinar is set to give those living in a sectional title scheme, home-owners association or renting a home some essential information about how their data is likely being used. FULL STORY >
Kaspersky identifies the platforms and services that users have the most privacy concerns about
By Staff Writer 31 August 2021A recent analysis by Kaspersky revealed which platforms pass, and which fail, in their users' eyes with regards to protecting their privacy. FULL STORY >
Vodacom Business partners with Trend Micro to elevate cybersecurity offering
By Staff Writer 30 August 2021In a bid to elevate cybersecurity offerings to business customers, Vodacom has recently included Trend Micro solutions in its portfolio of offerings. FULL STORY >
Industry Insight - When ransomware strikes, can you recover fast enough?
By Industry Contributor 25 August 2021While ransomware attacks have become more common, many organisations in South Africa, struggle with responding and recovering quickly. .Kate Mollett from Commvault explains why, and what can be done. FULL STORY >
Putting the AI into Security
By Staff Writer 16 August 2021Artificial Intelligence is only one part of a comprehensive security posture, not the ultimate cure to cyberattacks and vulnerabilities. Anna Collard and Stephen Osler explain. FULL STORY >
GhostEmperor: Chinese-speaking APT targets high-profile victims using unknown rootkit
By Staff Writer 10 August 2021While it might sound like a video game character, GhostEmperor is anything but playful, with Kaspersky shining a light on the latest Advanced Persistent Threat to haunt users. FULL STORY >
BT: Here's how to manage a breach
By Industry Contributor 10 August 2021Nasser Bostan, Head of Security Sales, Middle East and Africa, BT, shares BT’s insights gleaned from the SolarWinds incident, and recommendations for organisations to step up their cybersecurity strategies. FULL STORY >
How to Train the hybrid work mind
By Staff Writer 28 July 2021Most people who work from home are not engaging in safe online behaviour and putting both themselves, and the business, at risk. Anna Collard at KnowBe4 AFRICA explains. FULL STORY >
CISO Guide: Your checklist to follow in the midst of a Ransomware Attack
By Industry Contributor 13 July 2021Fortinet's Anthony Giandomenico, Practice Director - Digital Forensics and Incident Response at Fortinet and Aamir Lakhani Global Security strategist and researcher offer a concise guide as to what to do in the event of a... FULL STORY >
Índustry Insight: Securing the IoT in the 5G Era
By Industry Contributor 6 July 2021Fortinet’s Simon Bryden highlights best practices for protecting IoT in a 5G world. FULL STORY >
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