How cybercrime evolved in 2022
By Industry Contributor 12 December 2022The ongoing impact of cybercrime on organisations, individuals and society remains a concern as the world moves into 2023. FULL STORY >
The hidden price tag of Black Friday: The most popular scams and how to avoid them
By Industry Contributor 17 November 2022The promise of a great bargain is attractive for SA shoppers, but cybercriminals have special scams of their own in store warns Carey van Vlaanderen, Chief Executive Officer at ESET Southern Africa. FULL STORY >
Africa: Perfect for tourists - and cybercriminals…
By Staff Writer 1 November 2022Why has Africa become such a popular target for cybercriminals, and how can this threat be met and overcome? Anna Collard from KnowBe4 Africa answers this vexing question. FULL STORY >
60% of Cybersecurity Professionals feel they’re losing ground against cybercriminals
By Staff Writer 27 September 2022New approach needed in South Africa to empower Secops’ to detect, respond and remediate growing attacks in real-time, according to Trellix Research. FULL STORY >
Chinese, Russian Partnerships in South Africa Should Extend to the Cyber Realm
By Staff Writer 9 September 2022If South Africa truly is in alliance with countries like Russia and China, questions really should be asked why these two allied countries refuse to support South Africa in its struggles against disinformation and... FULL STORY >
Chilling Netflix docuseries an important reminder to strengthen passwords
By Staff Writer 29 August 2022The Most Hated Man on the Internet shows viewers just how quickly personal data can be hacked, stolen, and exploited. FULL STORY >
Remote Desktop Protocol attacks constitute 75% of company access sold on the Darknet
By Staff Writer 16 August 2022Selling access to corporate infrastructure is one of the most popular topics on Darknet forums currently, accounting for 12% of all messages in trade forum sections analysed. FULL STORY >
On the road again? Here’s how to stay cyber safe
By Industry Contributor 2 August 2022Doros Hadjizenonos, Regional Director Southern Africa, Fortinet addresses how to stay cybersafe as travel opens up again. FULL STORY >
Stranger Scams: Cybercriminals drain wallets of popular mystery series’ fans
By Staff Writer 26 July 2022The enthusiasm for Stranger Things latest season has been used as fodder for cybercriminals, to steal fans money and information. FULL STORY >
Breaking the gender bias and creating a diverse, inclusive cybersecurity workforce
By Industry Contributor 25 July 2022Barbara Maigret, Global Head of Sustainability & CSR at Fortinet addresses the lack of female representation in the cybersecurity arena. FULL STORY >
hacker:HUNTER ‘Next Level’: How playing has become more than just a game for сybercriminals
By Staff Writer 15 July 2022A new six-part documentary series, co-produced with Kaspersky and devoted to online gaming, esports and the pertinent security issues around them premiers on Euronews, and has been released online. FULL STORY >
Retailers using AI should be aware of personal privacy and cyber crimes issues
By Industry Contributor 15 July 2022By Wendy Tembedza, Partner at Webber Wentzel FULL STORY >
Property market targeted as cyber-crime increases
By Industry Contributor 23 June 2022Antonie Goosen from Meridian Realty unpacks the growth of cyber-crime in the property sector. FULL STORY >
87 critical vulnerabilities discovered in routers in 2021
By Staff Writer 13 June 2022According to analysis conducted by Kaspersky, over 500 vulnerabilities were discovered in routers in 2021, including 87 critical ones. FULL STORY >
Interview with Kaspersky: Shining light on the local cyber security landscape
By Ryan Noik 7 June 2022Cyberthreats and cybersecurity are dynamic, constantly changing and keeping every business on its toes. TechSmart’s Ryan Noik and Amir Kanaan, the Managing Director for Middle East, Turkey, and Africa at Kaspersky... FULL STORY >
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