Protecting your data from face-stealing scams

By staying vigilant and adopting safe online practices, travellers can significantly reduce the risk of falling victim to cybercrime and enjoy a safer, stress-free trip.

The economic impact of such cybercrime is profound, with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research estimating annual financial losses of up to R2.2 billion.

Technology roles are increasingly in demand, yet the cybersecurity field faces significant human capital challenges, particularly in terms of gender diversity.

Tax season has become a popular time for criminals to send out fraudulent emails and SMSs claiming to be from the South African Revenue Service (SARS).

There have been numerous examples of financial heists since the first cryptocurrency, Bitcoin, was released as open-source software in 2009.

Increased remote working driven by the pandemic has seen around 60% of companies with remote workers implement some form of bossware.

To protect data and other digital assets in hybrid cloud environments, businesses need to adopt a modernised, flexible and scalable cybersecurity approach.

Humans make mistakes.

What do users need to look out for, to avoid getting scammed? What are the most common types of WhatsApp scams?

Cloud provides businesses with unparalleled safety, expansive storage capabilities, and a host of other benefits. However, a number of South African businesses have delayed the move from on-premise to cloud – often for all the wrong reasons, says Carey van Vlaanderen, Chief Executive Officer at ESET Southern Africa.

As AI technology like ChatGPT evolves, so do the strategies and tactics used by cybercriminals. Steve Flynn, Sales and Marketing Director at ESET Southern Africa, says ongoing awareness is crucial in understanding how to manage potential cybersecurity challenges posed by these developing tools.