Mindful Cybersecurity: The future of security
By Staff Writer 1 October 2021It has become absolutely critical to manage human risks effectively as it’s still the top attack vector used by cyber criminals. Anna Collard, SVP of content and evangelist at KnowBe4 Africa explains. FULL STORY >
FinFisher spyware improves its arsenal with four levels of obfuscation, UEFI infection and more
By Staff Writer 29 September 2021Kaspersky researchers have revealed some interesting news about the updates introduced into one of the most difficult to detect pieces of spyware for Windows, Mac OS, Linux, and its installers. FULL STORY >
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 >
Securing business systems goes beyond the technology
By Industry Contributor 15 September 2021By Tim Wood, Executive Head - IS & IT at Vox. 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 >
Industry Insight - Choosing cloud can cut your security risks
By Industry Contributor 10 September 2021Todd Schoeman, BT Client Business Director in South Africa, explores the ways that organisations can reduce security risk by using the cloud. 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 >
Industry Insight - The bold decisions CISOs need to make today
By Industry Contributor 31 August 2021CISOs are entering a golden period of opportunity to take decisive action to shape their security strategy for the future of work, says Kevin Brown Managing Director, BT Security. 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 >
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