Jan 20, 2014
For the first time, a cyber-attack has been documented where smart devices, such as connected cars, routers and even refrigerators, were hacked to launch the attack. Security as a service provider Proofpoint has uncovered what may be the first proven Internet of...
Nov 15, 2013
Being aware of who your enemy is, and what they are after, is the first step towards a successful cyber defence. “Understanding the tools the attacker is using is no longer good enough. Businesses need to understand the motivation behind the attacks,” says...
Oct 3, 2013
Financial firms could be missing out on attack paths to key industry infrastructure, leaving the sector vulnerable to a major cyber-attack. IT security firm MWR InfoSecurity issued this warning after the Bank of England and the Treasury urged board directors in the...
Aug 7, 2013
In light of the rising number of cyber-attacks targeting the Android operating system (OS) in recent months, ESET, the leader in proactive digital protection, has announced the launch of its new ESET Mobile Security app for local Android smartphone and tablet users....
Apr 24, 2013
South African road users trying to pay traffic fines online this morning were stymied by a Bangladeshi hacker group. The Automatic Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (AARTO) Web site has been hacked by the Bangladeshi 3xp1r3 Cyber Army. Vehicle owners looking to...
