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.
Contributor
Anna Collard
SVP Content Strategy and Evangelist, KnowBe4 Africa.
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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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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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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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One computer, two phones: How to effectively share household devices
Sharing electronic devices within a household is unavoidable, but there are methods to guarantee safe usage for everyone.
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Google’s delay in killing third-party cookies: How will this impact you?
Businesses and website owners rely on cookies for tracking visitor data and analysing user behaviour.
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How do you know it is really your bank contacting you?
If you receive a phone call and are worried that money may have been taken from your account, it is better for you to contact the bank directly.
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When is sharing oversharing on social media?
The best way to avoid the dangers of this trend is simply not to engage in it, according to Collard.
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Don’t worry, AI won’t take your cybersecurity job
Are roles in cybersecurity threatened by the rise of automation and artificial intelligence?