Sophos to acquire Secureworks
Sophos has announced a definitive agreement for Sophos to acquire Secureworks in an all-cash transaction valued at about $859-million. Sophos is backed by software investment firm Thoma Bravo. Sophos’ experience in managed security services and end-to-end security...
The strategic relevance of managed detection and response
As cyber threats evolve, organisations recognise the value of proactive and managed security solutions, making managed detection and response (MDR) a strategic choice for many. This service is gaining traction for several reasons, writes Paul Stuttard, CEO of Duxbury...
Why you should amp up cybersecurity efforts this holiday season
During Cybersecurity Awareness Month, Trend Micro’s Zaheer Ebrahim, solutions architect Middle East and Africa, takes a closer look at one of the most vulnerable times of year for cyber-attacks – the upcoming festive season It’s safe to say October is officially the...
We need to bridge the cybersecurity skills gap
Cybersecurity Awareness Month highlights the increasing cyber threats that organisations face daily, underscoring the growing shortage of cybersecurity professionals – a significant challenge for South African businesses. With a global deficit of nearly 4-million...
Kaspersky Threat Intelligence Portal offers threat landscape overview
To provide businesses with an all-encompassing view of the threats targeting their organisations, Kaspersky added new Threat Landscape section to its Threat Intelligence Portal. Now customers can access the most comprehensive and up-to-date information regarding...
How to navigate the perils of cyber extortion
Cyber extortion has evolved into a complex and sophisticated form of cybercrime. Unlike traditional ransomware, which is typically computer-generated, broad, and indiscriminate in approach, cyber extortionists usually target specific companies for valuable data and...
Hospitality industry faces a phishing scam surge
The hotel industry, which relies heavily on technology to manage guest services and operations, has become a prime target for cybercriminals. Phishing - where attackers pose as legitimate entities to trick individuals into divulging confidential information - has...
Mitigating human risk goes beyond training
As the volume and stakes of cyberattacks continue to escalate, organisations are increasingly investing in innovative new services and equipment to thwart attacks. By Brian Pinnock, EMEA vice-president: sales engineering at Mimecast But, at the same time, many are...
Strengthen digital defence with cybersecurity awareness
As individuals and organisations become more dependent on digital platforms, it's clear that technology now permeates every aspect of our lives. By Shaun Gordon, chief security officer at Duxbury Networking Consequently, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical...
Bulletproof your inbox with robust email security
Email security is a critical aspect of modern business operations, particularly as cyber threats continue to evolve and become more sophisticated. By Kumar Vaibhav, lead senior solution architect: cybersecurity at In2IT In South Africa, where the digital landscape is...
Insights into SA’s cyber resilience
South African organisations are facing persistent threats from online criminals, a situation that the country is very familiar with. A new report from the CSIR's Information and Cybersecurity Centre gives us a more tangible view of the situation, helping guide the...
Security-focused observability offers peace of mind
Robust security is a blend of tools and best practice approaches designed to optimise observability and improve response times across IT infrastructure and applications, writes Marchant Laauwen, chief technologist at DR Insight. Security-focused observability gives...