Equatorial Guinea edges closer to passing cybercrimes law

Authorities met with university chancellors and rectors to examine how universities can combat student involvement in cybercrime.

The company says it is responding to a series of high-profile business email compromise cases, in which cyber criminals intercept a property sale and redirect the buyer’s funds to their own account.

Research shows that one in three corporate employees on the continent is vulnerable to the cyber crimes.

Impersonation attempts have been used to try and solicit money, the Presidency says.

The social media influencer was arrested alongside his manager and 29 other suspects, with recovered items including mobile phones, laptops and two vehicles.

Only the company’s retail trading application, Patricia Personal, has been compromised with Bitcoin and Naira assets affected.

The legislature urged citizens to follow a new account – @Parliament _Ug – for plenary updates and official communication from parliament.

A new report warns CaaS has revolutionised the way cybercriminals operate, allowing easy access to tools and services such as botnets and DDoS attack resources.

Mcebisi Jonas is being impersonated as false representatives reach out to the public requesting funding towards MTN foundation projects.

When it comes to mobile devices, things are getting more personal, including attacks. Contact lists, emails and text messages are just the tip of what people keep on their devices.

Awareness, education, and the creation of the human firewall the ultimate defence amid increasing attacks.