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...
Rising cyberattacks drive the need for better data protection
Recent cyberattacks on various organisations, including South African government departments, are a stark reminder that cybercriminals increasingly target public and private sector organisations. By Modeen Malick, principal systems engineer at Commvault This...
Commvault launches Cloud Rewind
Commvault has announced the availability of Cloud Rewind on the Commvault Cloud platform, integrating cloud-native distributed application recovery and rebuild capabilities from the Appranix acquisition. Cloud Rewind transforms and simplifies cloud cyber recoveries....
Drones see huge uptake in security industry
The integration of drone technology into security operations has changed the way we approach surveillance and threat detection, with these unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) offering unparalleled advantages and efficiencies. For instance, drones offer such benefits as...
Watch out for these top cloud threats
October, is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and organisations’ focus on protecting digital assets has never been more important. As innovative new cloud and generative AI solutions help advance today’s businesses, it’s also important to understand how these solutions...
The financial impact of cybercrime
The financial strain on businesses is growing at an alarming rate, largely as a result of escalating cybercrimes. The financial implications of cyberattacks are becoming impossible to ignore. By John Mc Loughlin, CEO of J2 Software The increasing frequency and...