Security terminology demystified: ransomware edition

Security terminology demystified: ransomware edition

The file scrambler, the data hoarder and the ransom demander – ransomware isn’t fun for anyone. You’ve read our comprehensive guide to cybersecurity threats and you’ve hopefully read our inside guide to malware but now it is time to delve deep into the underground...

Should criminals fear biometric security?

Although many biometric-based security solutions fall short of the mark when it comes to overall protection and serving as a credible source of evidence in law enforcement, there are characteristics that typify comprehensive offerings that should have the would-be...

Polygraphs mooted to pre-empt crime

Rooting out “career criminals” is taking on a whole new meaning, as more and more businesses resort to polygraph testing to get to the bottom of workplace crime, as well as to identify would-be trouble makers before they are even hired.  Willem Marshall, a...