The digital divide's dark side: cyber security in African higher education
A collective effort involving institutions, governments, cybersecurity experts, and technology providers is crucial to safeguard the future of education in Africa.
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There’s more than a hunt for Easter-eggs this week: Nine tips to dodge Easter-scammers
With Easter celebrations drawing near, cybercriminals are also preparing – to scam. South Africans are being urged to remain vigilant against the holiday-themed fraud.
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AI and AI-agents: A Game-Changer for Both Cybersecurity and Cybercrime
Anna Collard from KnowBe4 Africa explains how businesses should start balancing AI-driven security measures with growing AI-powered threats.
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Cybersecurity threats are mounting, but it’s Gen Zs and Alphas who are introducing risks - not “older folks”
Gen Z workers are far more likely than older employees to use the same password for professional and personal accounts and to ignore important IT updates.
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Most Africans fret about financial loss from cyber crime
The continent is more concerned about cybercrime as mobile banking use grows and WhatsApp is used for business purposes.
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Why social engineering is still the top cyber security threat – and what to do about it
With nearly 70% of data breaches involving the “human factor,” social engineering remains the most powerful weapon in a cyber-criminal’s arsenal.
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Anna Collard, cyber security expert, receives another accolade
The Global Council for Responsible AI named her its global ambassador for South Africa yesterday.
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Trust no one: Making sense of zero trust for your business
Employees need to be trained on the benefits of zero trust and how to work with the new model to reduce resistance and improve overall adoption.
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Why fitness apps can pose privacy risks
As these wellness programmes become increasingly popular, employers, medical aids and insurers may collect more of your biometric data.
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Your digital hygiene: Are you really as clean as you think you are?
Cyber hygiene is critical for individuals and businesses because it acts as the first line of defense against a wide range of cyber threats.
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Why social engineering is still the top cybersecurity threat – and what to do about it
Companies must invest in appropriate cyber security training, developing a human-centric security culture and adopting mindful security practices.
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KnowBe4 cautions phishing is now a major global curse
Criminals are creating phishing email subject lines that appear genuine and convincing, according to security experts.