How to tell if you’re making progress against cybercrime
From news articles to discussions at industry events, numerous examples demonstrate the far-reaching effects of cybercrime on businesses, infrastructure, and national security. By Derek Manky, chief security strategist and global vice-president: threat intelligence at...
Effective strategies to counter SA’s crime scourge
South Africans face criminal threats on all fronts. Not only does the country currently have the eighth-highest murder rate in the world but last year also ranked fifth of the global cybercrime density list, according to figures released by cybersecurity firm...
Move fast to combat the complex cyber-attack chain
Cybercriminals are transitioning from a "smash 'n grab" approach to a stealthier strategy. They now spend more time comprehending victim environments, extracting a greater amount of data, and aiming to maximise their profits per attack. This shift indicates cybercrime...
Why your boss cares if your Insta profile is hacked
Social media may seem to be far removed from the workplace, but it's become a major vulnerability for corporate networks. Cyber criminals are using company and staff social media accounts as a source of valuable information and easy access. This is the word from Tony...
Does your data hygiene pass the cleanliness test?
In today's data-driven world where every click, swipe and tap generates a trail of data, the safeguarding of information is paramount. It's no longer a case of paying a ransom, but rather defending against attacks by maintaining the hygiene of data, akin to the...
A guide to surveillance technology
Protecting a business from criminals is a necessity in South Africa, where business owners experience unique security challenges that require robust solutions. Having a comprehensive surveillance system can help to deter offenders and safeguard business assets,...
Cyberattacks push security professionals to breaking point
Research shows that attacks on businesses are growing in sophistication, putting immense pressure on the security professionals tasked with keeping work - and employees - protected. By Heino Gevers , senior director: customer support at Mimecast Based on research...
Safety in cyberspace under the spotlight
Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October is always an opportune time for children and their parents or guardians to collaborate on making homes safer for children online. Now, recent unsettling world events have reinforced the message that the Internet is no place for...
Securing the hybrid cloud is a balancing act
To protect data and other digital assets in hybrid cloud environments, businesses need to adopt a modernised, flexible and scalable cybersecurity approach. While small and mid-sized companies may not have the same IT challenges - and benefits - of larger...
Build a culture of cybersecurity to protect people
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, an annual event that promotes safe online behaviour and encourages organisations and individuals to do their part in the fight against cybercrime. By Brian Pinnock, vice-president: sales engineering at Mimecast With the growth...
How to benefit from AI-driven cybersecurity
South Africa leads the rest of Africa when it comes to cybercrime. In 2022, 230-million threats were detected in the country, well exceeding Morocco in second place with 71-million threats. By Steven Kenny, architect and engineering program manager: EMEA at Axis...
Common Bitcoin scams and how to avoid them
As long as new technology is introduced into the world, fraudsters will continue to search for a place to thrive. Unfortunately, Bitcoin gives cryptocurrency scammers an interesting opportunity as it's a borderless digital currency. By Hanness Wessels GM of southern...