Cybercrime
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Beating rampant cybercrime in Africa
Most cyberattacks succeed because they exploit human behaviour rather than technical weaknesses. Consumers are the frontline of defence against cybercrime
Young, connected and exposed: Cybercriminals are preying on SA’s youth
Young people’s digital fluency and ambition make them vulnerable to crime. Here’s how to protect them
Leanne Manas speaks out about battling deepfake scams and identity theft
The popular morning news anchor has been inundated with calls and emails from scam victims desperate to get their money back
How the 4IR is turning SA’s banking systems into a crime scene
As digital banking gains popularity, criminals have adjusted their online and social engineering tactics
Redefining security in the age of cyber-threats
It is time to invest in tools and methodologies that put security back into the hands of your business
Be your own Cyber Santa this silly season
Simple strategies to protect your business from cyberattack
Cyber disorders: Spiraling effects of mental health and technology
The increase in mental health challenges in our homes and workplaces calls for greater attention from our leaders
Cybercrime the silent spectre of insider threats
The assumption that investment in a robust security culture is a luxury is a costly mistake
Sleeping with the enemy: The rise of the insider threat in cybercrime
South Africa is prone to cyberattacks and ripe for exploitation
Higher levels of awareness are needed to combat festive season cybercrime
Understanding how cybercriminals work minimises the risk of being a victim of crime
South Africans must up their game against cybercrime
In 2021, South Africa had the third-highest number of cybercrime victims worldwide and it cost the economy R2.2-billion a year
What can the government do to limit cyber threats?
Governments need to formalise cyber-related information sharing and cooperation to unify the response to cyberattacks
The evolution of cybercrime and how we can fight back
The odds of your company being hacked are much higher than you think. This can have devastating effects, as when Transnet had to declare force majeure a few months ago
Data protection is key in a digital world
The introduction of Popia brings responsibilities, but also opportunities as South Africa becomes viewed as a country with proper data regulations
The White House opens a new era of cybersecurity
South Africa, too, is vulnerable to cyber attacks and needs to take steps to secure its digital futur