How to avoid falling victim to Pegasus

It is generally believed that it is impossible to completely protect yourself from professional surveillance software. Although it may be very difficult to prevent the successful exploitation and infection of the mobile device, users can still take certain measures...

This Safer Internet Day are you covered?

‘2022 is just beginning and we have already seen some major ransomware attacks. This is the word from Fady Younes, cyber security director: Middle East and Africa at Cisco, who adds: “With the new hybrid way of working, we all need to adapt our security mindset....

Ensure your kids are safer online

With the new academic year now in full swing, children and students across South Africa will be sitting down at their computers to study, complete their coursework, and possibly even write exams online. This is an exciting time, but it is also fraught with worry as...

Beat bad passwords with MFA

As we start a new year, it’s become a tradition to mull over the worst passwords of the previous 365 days. A quick search of news articles on the topic reveals the usual culprits: 123456, 654321, qwerty and such still reign supreme as the most-used passwords. By...

Innovate with trust … or bust

Transformations are never easy, but a digital one presents even greater more challenges. Gilchrist Mushwana, director: advisory services at BDO and Jacques Jansen van Rensburg, associate director: advisory services at BDO, unpack these challenges in a bid to simplify...

What does Data Privacy Day mean for your organisation

Data Privacy Day occurs annually on 28 January and is observed in many countries from North America to Europe as well as Africa. The purpose is focused on raising awareness about data privacy and best practices for data protection. By Jonathan Nguyen-Duy,...