The rise of nation-state attacks

A new phase of cyber warfare has begun, writes Simon McCullough, major channel account manager at F5 Networks. Hackers acting on behalf of nation-state powers are no longer just out to disrupt critical infrastructures – they’re also actively seeking trade...

How to protect IoT devices in your business

The Internet of Things (IoT) is making its presence felt in a big way. It is expected that there will be 29-billion connected devices by 2022. This opens a whole world of opportunities for businesses to cement their relevance by evolving how they operate. It also...

How to delete your Twitter account and keep digital memories

There is a tendency to deactivate social media accounts including Twitter and Facebook. It happens due to different reasons: unstable political situation, the risk of being followed, intention to protect one’s personal data. Also, a lot of users believe that...
Security terminology demystified: the worm

Security terminology demystified: the worm

A secretive code army hidden inside an innocuous looking email and ready to wreak havoc on your computer empire In our comprehensive guide to all things deadly and dangerous in the world of computer security you would have noticed that, along with Greek mythology...

Cybersecurity trends in 2019

A recent report on cybercrime estimated that hackers could have made as much as 45-billion from their illicit activities in 2018. The staggering number is yet another wake-up call for organizations worldwide to take their cybersecurity measures seriously and pivot...

Cryptocurrencies help ransomware industry flourish

When City Power announced that a ransomware attack left Joburg residents unable to buy electricity, it highlighted the debilitating effects that a cyberattack can have The increasing frequency and voracity of cyber concerns are mirrored in Aon’s 2019 Global Risk...