Change of mindset needed for security
Looking back on 2017 gives some clues to the security realities we must face in 2018 and beyond. At the same time, though, companies must start confronting disturbing new trends, say Jeremy Capell, executive: cyber resilience at Internet Solutions and ContinuitySA and...
Cryptocurrency craze drives new DDoS tactics
As the world of cryptocurrencies continues to grow exponentially, distributed denial of service (DDoS) attackers have a new set of targets, namely the exchanges that power cryptocurrency trades, as well as the computer systems used to 'mine' cryptocurrencies. This is...
Data Breach Digest: March 2018
During April, the security world saw access rights violation, email redirection, phishing, fines and Facebook share price fall. SearchInform has prepared this wrap-up of activity for the month.An error found in data access settings after four years of the system...
‘Deep learning’ added to anti-exploit solution
The latest iteration of Intercept X, the next generation anti-exploit software developed by the UK-based Sophos Group, features additional defences against scammers, hackers and damaging 'zero-day' attacks. "Intercept X has introduced the concepts of 'deep learning"...
Arbor Networks foils massive DDoS attack
Arbor Networks, the security division of Netscout, was recently put to the test - and passed with flying colours. This is according to Bryan Hamman, Arbor Network's territory manager for sub-Saharan Africa, who clarifies: "The world is now in the era of the...
Forensic readiness crucial to smooth operations
Businesses of every type and size cannot run without information technology. The benefits and opportunities for innovation are numerous, but so are the risks. Should the business fall victim to a security breach, or a natural disaster that brings it to a standstill,...
Fortinet confirms predictions of swarm attacks
The most recent Global Threat Landscape Report from Fortinet says that automated and sophisticated swarm attacks are accelerating, making it increasingly difficult for organisations to protect users, applications and devices. The Fortinet Q4 Global Threat Landscape...
Kaspersky joins Enterprise Ethereum Alliance
With a number of blockchain projects already being developed in its internal incubator, Kaspersky Lab is now also joining the Enterprise Ethereum Alliance, the world's largest blockchain initiative. The move will bring the company to a new level of development in...
Kaspersky Cloud Sandbox for complex threats
With the largest data leaks in 2017 exploiting legitimate software flaws, the need for advanced detection technologies has never been greater. To help companies improve their investigation and response to complex threats, Kaspersky Lab has launched a new service...
Companies can do more with security
Current trends predict that companies do more with their security solutions than just secure their people, assets or data in the near future. By Neil Cameron, Johnson Controls area GM: building efficiency - Africa Security solutions are providing critical links to...
The transformation of healthcare attacks
Paul Williams, country manager: SA at Fortinet, examines the issues around security in the healthcare space. Currently, there are 7,1-million patients using connected medical devices and remote monitoring. Additionally, healthcare providers are expected to spend $9.5...
Securex 2018 launches new Cyber Lab feature
Securex South Africa 2018 is launching a new Cyber Lab feature this year, the first one of its kind to be introduced at the expo. Powered by XGRC Software, a range of integrated management system solutions designed to meet a company's governance, risk management and...