Role of the CISO in today’s business environment
In an increasingly digital world, cybersecurity has become a paramount concern for organisations of all sizes. By Nelesh Baichan, group CISO for Digital Resilience and DSG Cyber threats are evolving rapidly, encompassing sophisticated attacks like ransomware and...
Security tips for always-on cyber awareness
As the global technology community looks forward to Black Friday and the festive season, there is no better time to protect yourself and your business against the increasingly sophisticated threats to your data. Jaco Oosthuizen category head for the mobility division...
Pacific Rim report details operation with multiple interlinked adversaries
Sophos has released “Pacific Rim”, a report detailing its defensive and counter-offensive operation over the last five years with multiple interlinked nation-state adversaries based in China targeting perimeter devices, including Sophos Firewalls. The attackers used a...
Protect the keys to the kingdom with PAM as a service
When it comes to security, humans are generally regarded as the weakest link. Each year, thousands of organisations are negatively impacted by data breaches, with studies indicating that they are increasing in frequency and cost burden. According to the 2023 Cost of a...
Is your digital hygiene as good as you think it is?
Despite widespread belief in personal cybersecurity efforts, research reveals that fewer than half of people actually take necessary precautions against cyberattacks. How can you improve your digital safety practices? By Anna Collard, senior vice-president: content...
Smart surveillance for critical infrastructure needs to step up
South Africa’s critical infrastructure sector is having to step up its game when it comes to cybersecurity and the evolving risk landscape. The sector has become a prime target for cybercriminals on top of physical threat actors, and the consequences of an incident...
Protect your data from face-stealing scams
As facial recognition technology becomes more widespread, many people are embracing it as a secure and convenient means of authentication. With tech giants like Apple popularising Face ID, which not only encrypts facial data and only stores it on device in Secure...
Why DSPM is critical for cloud security
By Kirsten Doyle - As more and more business operations shift to cloud environments, securing these environments becomes a top priority. The challenge of managing vast data repositories in multi-cloud infrastructures - combined with risks of "shadow data" and...
Common Black Friday scams to watch out for
With Black Friday just around the corner, thousands of deals and discounts will be up for grabs on November 29th. Whether you're a savvy shopper hunting for bargains or getting a head start on holiday gift shopping, there will be plenty of irresistible offers to take...
Safeguard your business in an evolving digital landscape
As cyber threats continue to grow in both scale and sophistication, businesses in 2024 must remain more vigilant than ever to safeguard their sensitive data and financial assets. With cyber risks advancing alongside technological progression, cybersecurity can no...
Get the upper hand in the cybersecurity arms race
Cybersecurity is an integral part of modern business. It’s also constantly changing, evolving with the cyberthreats it is meant to combat. From being a solid defensive wall protecting an organisation’s digital assets, cybersecurity today is best imagined as a rapidly...
Cell-boosting technology can help protect SA businesses
In 2023, South Africa saw a 22% increase in cyberattacks. It should therefore come as no surprise that revenue in the local cybersecurity market is projected to reach $628-million by the end of this year. This month, the country is celebrating Cybersecurity Awareness...